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How to Buy a New PC -- and How to Tell When You Need One
PC World magazine has an excellent article on what to consider when buying a new PC now.
Among the points it brings up are to carefully consider what the computer will be used for, try to get a computer configured to what your needs are.
It also has clear descriptions of what the various specifications are, and a ranking of which are most important to get the best bang for your buck.
Over the past year or two, the computing media have been reporting that many major computer and electronics manufacturers have begun to use cheaper, lower-quality parts, while still charging consumers the same premium amounts.
If a computer begins to operate erratically, people often assume the problem is a virus or other spyware (especially when it's new). Yet once any malware is cleared off, if the computer continues to have problems, then the real issue is likely with your hardware.
If your suspect this is the case, back up your data -- as soon as possible! Burn your important documents and information to CDs or DVDs regularly, or save it on another hard drive, computer, or server, if possible.
 | If the capacitors on the motherboard are bulging, it is a particularly bad sign -- the motherboard is on its way out. Since the motherboard is the computer, it could mean you'll need a new one soon...
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Then, bring your computer to an expert for further evaluation, if need be. Try to find out what parts are causing the problems (Disk drive? Power Supply? Hard drive? Or -- yikes -- the motherboard?) and compare the replacement cost versus a new PC.
Also, take into account the performance of the software you are using, or are likely to be using in the coming year. Zipping along? Or getting sluggish?
Remember that adding your old hard drive to your new computer is an easy & inexpensive option for making all your data available on your new PC. Moving the old RAM chips over to the new PC can also add to its performance.
Local computer repairmen, like those at Intermountain Computer, have expressed concern that they are seeing more and more relatively new, brand-name computers being brought in for what unfortunately proves to be a faulty hardware problem.
So, don't be fooled by the big names. Look at the warranties before you buy. Computers, and their components, should have warranties for a year or more. If the warranty is for a few weeks or months, be forewarned! Ask yourself, why does the manufacturer suspect this part might break after only a few weeks...?
And, don't forget to backup your data regularly -- important documents, e-mail, photos, or anything irreplaceable. Better safe than sorry!!
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