Sunday, November 2, 2008

Are Used Macintosh Computers a Good Buy, or Should You Just Say Goodbye?

Second-hand, second user and used computers are what you would expect in that they have had a previous owner. They are only a fraction of their cost that they were only a year or two when they were sold on the market. Used computers are a relatively good opportunity to get a very well specified PC at a low cost. Notice I didn't say top spec computer. It's unrealistic to expect to receive a top spec computer when you are paying the price of a used one. This spec machine delivers best service at best price.

As a note to people buying their first computers, used Macintosh computers are great choices for beginners.

Reputable online computer dealers offer used Macintosh computers that have been repaired, cleaned, and inspected by experienced certified technicians. They are guaranteed to work and come with a 30 day money back guarantee. It is possible to get branded computers on a second sale, and though they are second hand computers but they are branded and also have a 3,6, or even a 12 month warranty sometimes, so it is advisable to check around.

A lot of people mistakingly believe used computers require additional work. I can categorically state that the opposite scenario is the true one. It's not unusual to note that many mechanical components, usually including keyboards and mice, are new or refurbished replacement parts. Often, when you work through the costs, you'll find it is more cost efficient to keep replacing used computers than it is to buy a new PC over a slightly longer period. Remember that.

You can find great prices on used computers by searching the Internet. Businesses who lease computers usually lease for a year or more prior to upgrading; this explains why so many previous model computers are available. So these barely used computers become available. If one has to be a careful spender and plans to follow his /her budget then this situation is quite good, rather great for him/her.

Buying used Macintosh computers from a shop isn't usually recommended, not only because is it difficult to find a reputable dealer, but also because a good warranty isn't offered and the computer may not have been checked to find out if it works properly. Mostly, personal advertisments are not that effective and are given a miss by people, I would do the same and the reason for this is be because these ads offer no warranty at all. That's why I've been pushing you towards online dealers. This company offers a warranty and has a system to deal with inspection,repair and cleaning of previously owned computers.

What will you do if you will not be given a chance to have a guarantee. Oh yes, and check what you are buying. Read the small print and find out whether you are getting a monitor or not and whether you have Windows installed. Make sure that you check because sometimes that isn't the case.

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