Buy a New Computer | Softque

If you’re thinking of heading out to buy a new computer, there are several things you should know before you open your wallet.

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Operating System Changes and New Computers

First off, is your computer working and is it fast enough? If it is, then keep it, and don’t let a software company tell you that you have to upgrade. Companies such as Microsoft are for profit corporations, and as such, they want you to buy new software, all of which they claim is “improved.” However, sometimes, that software is not an improvement. Look at Windows 8 for example, it has net been overly popular

So many people were confused by the new interface that there were whole libraries on how to change the interface back to the classic desktop. Some clients are perfectly happy with their Windows 7 interface, or are still using Windows XP. Does that mean that you should never upgrade your computer?

You should upgrade your computer when it reaches certain levels that are critical. Examples of when you would do this include when your existing microprocessor isn’t powerful enough to do the new things you want to do, or the programs that you want to buy are not compatible with your system. That’s when buying a system is a more viable option than just repairing the old system it when it starts to malfunction.

Buying a New Computer: Never Go Cheap

People like to save money, however, make sure that when you buy a computer, it is at or somewhat above your minimum requirements. If you do this one simple step, you are not going to have to constantly upgrade it later on. Otherwise, you are going to be dealing with a lot of buyer’s remorse. On the other end, don’t go too high end for a computer that is way more than you need. A grandmother who needs her computer to run her home business’s accounting software isn’t going to need a hyper-accelerated server with tons of RAM and hard drive space.

Remember, a computer is a tool that should enhance your life or make it more convenient. Settling for something simply because it is cheaper is like trying to convince yourself that a beat up car is the exact same thing as a high-performance race car. Making the right decisions will not just get you a good computer, it will allow you to get the best computer ever.

When buying a new system, the most important thing to remember is that the quality and longevity of consumer grade electronics (including computers and laptops) has gone nowhere but down. Always confirm the quality of a new system before buying. You may pay a little more, but in our experience you will be better served. At SoftQue, our focus has always been on building and selling quality new and re-manufactured computers and laptops.

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