Should I Buy a New Computer or Upgrade My Old One? - Part 2
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Where Should I Get It From?
Local Dealer:
This is your best bet if you are a newcomer and you can find a dealer who
actually will take the time to talk with you about your needs. Look for
one who offers a money-back-if-not-satisfied guarantee and has classes in
the areas of computing you are interested in. Try to stay away from the
big discount stores with household appliances and electronics all under
one roof. You'll seldom find knowledgeable salespeople and they have an
interest in selling you "whats in stock."
Mail-Order:
There are two vendors that consistently have rated at or near the top both
with Consumer's Reports and the computer magazines: Dell Computer and
Micron Electronics . They will custom-configure a system for you and offer
optional on-site service and extended warranties along with a money-back
policy and leasing options for you business types.
* Dell Computer, 800-283-1480, URL:
http://www.dell.com/buydell/
* Micron Electrronics, 800-486-2062, URL:
http://www.micronpc.com
Computer Show:
This is a choice if you have a knowledgeable friend, or know enough about
computers yourself, to allow you to make intelligent choices about the
items offered. You'll need to make a list of exactly what you want before
hand. You usually wont get a return policy if you make a mistake and
purchase the wrong item. You can usually exchange defective items as long
as you can either get to the dealer's store or the next computer show he
attends.
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Prepared by Peter Conrad Cumminsky, consultant, ASEE, CET, Team OS/2 (707)
987- 9484
Visit my Computer Taming web site at
http://www.angelfire.com/biz/taming/
(C) Copyright 1993-1997
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