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Chapter 1: Buying a Computer

data? (Computer speed and storage are covered later

in this chapter.) Understand what you need before

you buy. Each feature or upgrade adds dollars to

your computer’s price.

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Shop wisely. If you walk from store to store or do

your shopping online, you’ll find that the price for

the same computer model can vary by hundreds of

dollars at different stores. See if your memberships in

organizations such as AAA, AARP, or Costco make

you eligible for better deals. Consider shipping costs

if you buy online, and keep in mind that many stores

charge a restocking fee if you return a computer you

aren’t happy with. Some stores offer only a short time

period, such as 14 days, in which you can return a

computer.

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Buying used or refurbished is an option, though

new computers have reached such a low price

point that this may not save you much. In addi-

tion, technology gets out of date so quickly, you

might be disappointed buying an older model.

Instead, consider going to a company that produces

customized, non-name-brand computers at lower

prices — perhaps even your local computer repair

shop. You might be surprised at the bargains you can

find (but make sure you’re dealing with reputable

people before buying).

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Online auctions are a source of new or slightly

used computers at a low price. However, be sure

you’re dealing with a reputable store or person by

checking reviews others have posted about them or

contacting the Better Business Bureau. Be careful not

to pay by check (this gives a complete stranger your

bank account number); instead use the auction site’s

tools to have a third party handle the money until

the goods are delivered in the condition promised.

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