Zach, I have no clue when it comes to computers. I'm actually looking to get a new one very soon, but I don't know what get? Desktop or another laptop, but it has to be under $1000 with shipping/tax!

 

just depends. if you move around alot and use your computer alot not stationary then laptop. if you are in the same spot when you use it get a desktop. you can get a computer with alot better hardware in a desktop for the same price than a laptop

 

I don't move around at all with my laptop. that's why I was thinking of getting a very nice desktop for under $1000. The place I work has a new every 2-year pc purchase program and I'm due to get one. After the 1st of the year they are doing away with the program. The reason for under $1000 is because they reimburse you 60% of the purchase right away if it's under, if it's over they reimburse you over a certain period of time.

 

Too bad you're not near me, i could build you a computer for $250. Good for everyday computing, internet, email, etc. No games though hehe.

 

same here. i built one about a year and a half ago for about 800 and it was pretty fast at that time. i need to start upgrading some stuff.

 

I built my desktop it was easy lol

 

I have a pc all figured out on dell right now, not sure if it's good or not? The total comes out to $998.65, exactly where I need it to be......

here it is if the copy/paste works, let me know if you can?

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evening all, had a flu shot on thursday and developed a fever. ugh. time for bed for me.