How to buy a Bargain computer

The Computer Advice Guy.

Many people can tell you a horror story about buying a bargain computer or a new PC, myself included. However there are steps you can take to minimize risks and ensure that you get the best deal. There is no such thing as a “bargain computer”. You will always be making some kind of compromise when purchasing a so called bargain computer. We feel that it is very important considering the many different computer builders and various specifications that learning what computer is best for you can be the true “bargain computer”. There will always be a price to pay for technology. In this article we will hopefully teach you the proper computer jargon common sense practices to make every computer purchase a bargain computer buy!

A common misconception among the computer illiterate is that a computer is a computer. This is not true. Assuming you have decided to buy an Intel or AMD computer (pretty much a standard these days), you have to deal with the myriad components that fit together to make a working computer. The old truism "You get what you pay for" has never been so apt. It is unfortunately very easy to be ripped off by one of the hundreds of bargain computer dealers. The best way to avoid this is to educate yourself first, even by going to a bargain computer store and confessing you don't know a thing about PCs. If you continue to read this article don't be discouraged by the language used. In a week you'll know it all. The very first stage is to decide what you will use the new computer for. Leading on from that you can decide which software to use and what hardware is required. Don't skimp on speed and storage capacity as you always need more than you have. By far the most important thing to learn the jargon. It is impossible to understand the advertisements unless you know, for example, what "256 kB cache" or "486DX-33" means. I'm not going to attempt to teach anyone this computer-speak but if you can find someone who will - become their best friend! If you feel that you have to dash out and find a computer before learning the language then make sure the salesperson is aware of your ignorance before he drowns you with acronyms and numbers.

The second thing to do is: Read The Small Print! Those with some knowledge of the pricing of computers might believe this is an awfully good deal; that is until you read the small print: SVGA monitor $500, second FDD $99. Add 20% sales tax. The price now becomes $2,000.00! and if your financing your new PC add another 19 to 29% interest on top of it. Ouch! Most major computer companies spend millions of dollars on creating name brand recognition and nothing on their PC’s using non-branded parts to build their systems. Make sure that when buying a PC that you are getting your monies worth in the components used to build your PC. Your computer will probably have to be built after you place your order. In this case make sure the invoice that lists what you have ordered is unambiguous. For instance if the order says "SVGA card" make sure it is changed to "Trident 1024 kB SVGA card" or whatever you asked for. Once this is done make sure the price has not mysteriously gone up. After purchasing a computer it can take a couple of days to construct and test, if it is not pre-built. Once you have the computer at home, then again check the insides. This should be followed closely by a comprehensive test that checks all the features listed on the order form, plus things like printers, serial ports and any software that was included. If it's all satisfactory and you are happy, then congratulations. You have navigated your way through the treacherous waters of computer purchasing. We recommend purchasing your computer from a reputable and value added company like: www.mycomputerclub.com

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