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After you have read everything found on this site you will be able toThis site is meant for the average consumer to help you get the most value for your money.
Buy a desktop or laptop with confidence.
Have a basic understanding of the main components of a computer.
Be able to avoid junk computers.
Avoid being overcharged for under performing equipment.
Learn how to find the best brands and make the best decisions.
How to use this site
GuidesResearch GuideThe laptop buying guide is only necessary if you are purchasing a laptop.
The desktop computer buying guide for people purchasing both desktop PC's and Laptops.
Component GuidesThe research guide will tell you how to make the most out of your money and is the most important guide on this site.
It should be bookmarked and referred to whenever you are going to make a computer purchase of any kind.
There are a number of guides, CPU Guide, Computer Memory (RAM) Guide, Hard Drive or Hard Disc Guide, Graphics Card Guide, and the Motherboard Guide.Page Update Counter
These guides should be referred to as needed, however I would recommend reading all of them first.
Each guide explains the common ways each component of a computer is sold and will provide you with a solid understanding of terminology and typical specifications.
You will notice a page updated counter on every page of this website. This will let you know when I have last updated the site and the content is current.
Why did I make this site?
I have been asked a surprising number of times about buying a computer :
"What should I look for when buying a computer ?"or regarding Laptops :
"What is the best computer setup ?"
"Who makes better laptops, Dell or HP ?"
"What is the best laptop out there"
"How can i choose a laptop from all of the choices"
These are all great questions, and considering the importance of the computer, it is remarkable how little people really know when they make such an expensive purchase that has such an impact on their life.
I assumed people like me would Google what they needed to know. It became clear that as soon as I started trying to answer questions, I began to see blank stares and it became apparent there was an information void that needed filling.
