What are the things you need to know when buying a computer?

5 Tips Before Buying Computers

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Know your requirements. Know what you need.
- Before buying anything, you should ask yourself why do you need to buy a computer. Is it really what you need?
- Note it down; write all the things or the activities that you’ll be doing on your computer or laptop. So that you would be able to discuss this things to your supplier.
Determine how much is your budget.
- Come up with a budget. So that you would be able to maximize your cost based on what you really need.

Cheaper is not always the best buy.
- Inquire from several suppliers. Note that cheaper is note always the best buy. Check for warranties and technical support that they offer.
Consult an IT, Asked and you’ll be answered.
- It’s alright to ask question about the product you’re going to buy. Ask the sales agent or your supplier what is a good brand for mother boards,harddisk, video card, etc.
- Consult the Internet or your friendly neighbor Jhong Medina. I don’t charge for online inquiries.
Lastly, check your items before leaving the counter.
- To avoid problems with warranties, check for physical damages.
- Make sure that you have all the drivers and installer for each parts or items.
- Make sure that you keep the receipts and the warranty form with you. You might need it for applying for warranty or replacement.
Enjoy your new PC or Laptop and Happy Surfing!

Jena Isle

Hi Jhong, YIPEE , thanks for the pointers. With the same specifications which is a better brand, compaq, Acer or Dell? if not in the list kindly recommend, thanks (for blogging).
jhongmed

Hmm, I've been a fan of HP & Compaq when it comes to server and laptop. But let me get back to you, It may be my next post here, and so that I can give you the full details...

Thanks Jena!
jangeronimo

How about support for the needy and the desperate - desperate for a new laptop? ahahaha. Nice tips, especially making sure you've got the drivers, installers with you when you leave the store. And the reminder to keep the receipt, the manual, drivers in case you need to replace the item at the store. Point of clash yan sa store pag gusto magpalit ng gamit tapos walang maipakitang receipt ang buyer. lols
jhongmed

HAHAHA, I guess we have the same desperation. But it's true, I have experienced it several times. Good thing PC Express offers 100.00 fee for the reprinting of the receipt from their database. But don't know if they still offer this today. Thanks
MinnieRunner

How about tips in buying a new phone Jhong? :D
jhongmed

Hmm, It's not my field but let see... Thanks Madz!
MinnieRunner

I was thinking of buying a cellphone kasi, he he, pero baka hindi na rin, kasi nagiipon ako :D
zorlone

iphone or blackberry?

Madz, bagay syo yung phone na may capability na mag mobile blog. Napansin ko lang na ang daming nangyayari habang nagcocommute. Something I am getting used to. LOL.

Di pwede mag mobile blog while driving. Delikado. Unless, mag park muna sa isang tabi, pero dyahe naman at mauubos ang oras mo.

Pagaaralan ko nga yung ganung blogging. he he he.

O ano Madz, bili na! Ipamana mo na lang sa akin ang Nokia N-95 mo. ;)

Z
MinnieRunner

Oo Doc Z, 'yun talaga ang gusto ko. Sa ngayon I am eyeing for Nokia N75. Pero sa kuripot ko na 'to, malamang hindi ako bumili :P

Tama ka, I would normally think of things to blog about habang nasa bus ako, 'yun ay kung hindi ako nakakatulog, he he.

Lapit na birthday ko, pag-ipunan mo na pangregalo sa akin, LOL!
jhongmed

add mo naman ako sa facebook mo when is it ba?
MinnieRunner

Hindi na ako masyadong nagfafacebook Jhong eh.. Pero will add you still.

When is it? It is 13 days later after Doc Z's :)
zorlone

Jhong,

Was this post in response to my queries last week? he he he! Thank you for all the help kumpadre!

Z
jhongmed

@zorlone No problemo amigo! If you still need help call me anytime. Partida pa yun Support while Party-ing! Hahaha