Getting the Right Balance ....
- Try
and establish a clear idea of what you want the computer to do both now
and in the future.
eg Type letters, Send and receive email, Surf internet, Digital
photography etc.
- Ask
questions to establish if the computer offered will actually meet your
requirements. Make sure you speak to someone with technical knowledge who
is prepared to discuss and explain where required.
- Most
big organisations will try and sell you what they want which makes it
convenient for them but not very good for you therefore use a company who
will tailor the system to suit you.
- Setting
up your new computer to perform in the way you want is very important and
can be very difficult if your technical knowledge is limited therefore
once again try and use a company who will do this for you.
- Advertising
and marketing people are experts at making you think you are getting high
performance when in actual fact they are supplying standard or in some
cases sub-standard systems. They use big numbers or technical jargon when
specifying components.
eg Dynamic Integrated Graphics -
Sounds good but just means that the graphics card is part of the
motherboard and is standard on most basic computers.
- Avoid
the Bundled Software and Peripherals - these are often low quality and/or
low performing and can be more trouble than what they are worth.
If you go for the low cost or bargain system, this is one of
the main areas where you can have problems. It could cost you more than you
have saved to put things right.
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