Computers: Getting Personal With Computers
No matter how ubiquitous computer technology has become, true comfort and ease with computers remains elusive for much of the world. It’s no surprise that there are libraries’ worth of information online on the progenitor of the Web: the personal computer.
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Choosing a Computer
Computers double their processing power roughly every 18 months. Learn how to keep up with the technology with advice on choosing a computer.
Insights for Choosing a Computer
- When choosing a computer, technical support is often overlooked. Types of useful support include 24/7 phone support (with a real person), online “chat” support, online tutorials and tips, a good repair and replace policy, and walk-in service at certain locations.
- Computer specifications and features can sound great, but they don’t really tell you how the computer is going to perform. Try to browse as many user reviews as possible before you choose a particular computer.
Top Sites for Choosing a Computer
For help deciding on a computer …
Paul Corr’s Homepage
takes an unbiased look at the advantages and disadvantages of Macs and PCs, and offers a list of questions to ask yourself that may make the decision easier.
Chris Pirillo
talks about the switch from Windows to Macintosh in this 2007 post, "Mac Learning Curve." Watch the video for his advice and scroll down to "Further Reading" for more articles on the topic.
For help choosing what Mac to buy …
The Apple Store
has technical information on its products. Choose one of the computer options to view specifications and prices.
MacRumors
offers a buyer’s guide with the latest development rumors on Apple products. The best feature of the guides are the recommendations on whether to buy now or wait for a future update. The main "Guides" section also has useful information. All the guides are in wiki format, and should not be trusted to be 100 percent accurate or timely.
My First Mac
helps users choose and use Macs. Explore the articles to find hordes of information on switching from a PC.
For the latest PC reviews …
PC Magazine
has a large database of product guides and reviews. Find tech news, help with software and hardware, and more.
CNET
reviews many of the latest laptops, desktops and accessories with the average user in mind. The site presents an out-of-10 rating with the reviews, giving you a quick look at the product.
For information on Linux ...
Linux Online
is devoted to Linux. Linux open source OS, and the applications for it, are all open source, meaning free and free to modify. Find applications, documentation and more.
Who knew?
SilentPCReview.com
offers news and reviews of "quiet, low noise, and/or silent computers and components" for the PC enthusiast.
Buying a Computer Online
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Online Computer Support
Even for the experienced techie, keeping a computer in tip-top shape can be a challenge. Luckily, ... read more »
Computer Tutorials
Learning more about your computer and its capabilities through computer tutorials ... read more »
How to Transfer Files to a New Computer
Use the links in this section to learn how to transfer files to a new computer, ... read more »
Computer Recycling and Donating Computers
There are a number of computer recycling and donating options available if you ... read more »
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