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Seeking computer purchase help
http://www.freerepublic.com/~baynative/ ^ | 11/18/17 | Baynative

Posted on 11/18/2017 2:05:14 PM PST by Baynative

I am in need of a new computer. I gotten the blue screen of death three times.

I am not very savvy on operating or even on understanding a lot of the technical stuff.

I know I don't want Windows10 because my wife has been struggling with it and I don't handle frustration well. I also don't like the idea of "renting" software with potential contract changes every year.

I have heard that there are outlets that sell laptops with Windows7. That's what I've been using for years and it is where I'm comfortable. I'd like directions on where I might buy one of those. Or whether I should just go to Mac and learn how to use an entirely new system.


TOPICS: Computers/Internet
KEYWORDS: computer; windows7; windowspinglist
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To: Baynative

I bought a pretty darn good IBM laptop on EBay with a 500GB hard drive and 8GB of RAM for $150 shipped! Includes a licensed copy of Win7!


21 posted on 11/18/2017 2:33:07 PM PST by VeniVidiVici
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To: Baynative

Windows 10 is fine. If your wife put it on an old computer, that’s why she’s having problems. Dell is a good computer.


22 posted on 11/18/2017 2:34:25 PM PST by Technical Editor
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To: Mastador1

I preferred Windows 7 and would go back to it if I had to buy a new computer. But (as has been noted already) Support for it will dry up soon. You mentioned that you’re like me and a bit unknowledgeable about the finer points of computers, but if you do want W-7 then learn to turn off the automatic updates.
BTW, my local Office Depot will sell a copy of W-7 and you’ll never need to deal with Microsoft again. I haven’t asked, but I’m sure they’ll install it and turn off the updates too.


23 posted on 11/18/2017 2:35:08 PM PST by oldfart
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To: VeniVidiVici

Was that a dealer or privater seller?


24 posted on 11/18/2017 2:37:20 PM PST by Baynative ( "If you don't have a seat at the table, you're on the menu.")
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To: Baynative

Do you have a windows 7 disc?

If so re-install and format hard disc (all will be wiped) and you should have no problems.


25 posted on 11/18/2017 2:38:08 PM PST by Kenny500c
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To: Kenny500c

TIGER DIRECT

Go for a refurbished.


26 posted on 11/18/2017 2:40:57 PM PST by Clutch Martin (Hot sauce aside, every culture has its pancakes, just as every culture has its noodle.)
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To: Baynative

I use the Dell Outlet quite a bit. You can generally find good Windows 7 machines. These are off lease and in pretty good shape. My favorites are the USFF (ultra small form factor) desktops. The prices are good.

I’ve got a couple of friends who got refurbed PCs at Staples and Walmart. They came loaded with adware and other crap.

I just got a “new” computer for my wife. I got an extra HDD and cloned the one that came with the machine. If the new HDD dies or gets corrupted, just a matter of popping in the clone.

StarTech docking stations for cloning are about $60.


27 posted on 11/18/2017 2:41:19 PM PST by NewHampshireDuo
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To: Baynative

Switch to Mac. You’ll be happier in the long run.


28 posted on 11/18/2017 2:42:24 PM PST by Behind Liberal Lines (Their side circles the wagons. Our side revs up the bus.)
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To: Baynative

You could consider a new computer and let the local computer shop handle your technical support.


29 posted on 11/18/2017 2:43:59 PM PST by Jonty30 (What Islam and secularism have in common is that they are both death cults)
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To: TNoldman

I thought ‘dosappointed’ was how we all felt when Microsoft first introduced Windows.


30 posted on 11/18/2017 2:45:44 PM PST by Quality_Not_Quantity (If we're going to look at nature to justify our actions, then I say let's start flinging poop around)
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To: Baynative

You might just need a new hard drive and a copy of the operating system from the manufacturer. Plus more memory. Even the processor can be replaced.
But if the motherboard is shot, well then it’s time for a new Timex.


31 posted on 11/18/2017 2:48:53 PM PST by Excellence (Marine mom since April 11, 2014)
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To: TNoldman
They do; fellow freepers.
32 posted on 11/18/2017 2:50:35 PM PST by Know et al ( Keep on Freepin'!!!)
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To: oldfart
...then learn to turn off the automatic updates.

I haven't heard of that before. What is the purpose?

33 posted on 11/18/2017 2:50:55 PM PST by Baynative ( "If you don't have a seat at the table, you're on the menu.")
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To: Baynative

I had no problems when I upgraded to Windows 10. I was a Windows 7 user who upgraded to Windows 8 and was sorry I did that.


34 posted on 11/18/2017 2:52:07 PM PST by Retired Chemist
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To: Retired Chemist

>I had no problems when I upgraded to Windows 10. I was a Windows 7 user who upgraded to Windows 8 and was sorry I did that.

Windows 10 is worth the upgrade. It handles multiple monitors better than 7. I was pretty happy with the upgrade.


35 posted on 11/18/2017 2:54:18 PM PST by JohnyBoy (The GOP Senate is intentionally trying to lose the majority.)
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To: Baynative

Great to see you posting, Bay! I always appreciate your cycling posts. I have tons of computers and also like 7 for lots of software reasons... I have found that my life sort of “changed” when I committed to thoroughly cleaning my computers on a regular basis. Keep ‘em cool (an extra cooling fan helps) and every few months open them up and blow out / wipe off / and vacuum them. I used compressed air and a 1500W canister vac, and I really just get in there ‘til everything sparkles.


36 posted on 11/18/2017 3:01:03 PM PST by golux
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To: Baynative

Get a new hard drive. Install Linux Mint and then a Virtual Box Win7.

Live happily ever after...


37 posted on 11/18/2017 3:06:54 PM PST by Paladin2 (No spelchk nor wrong word auto substition on mobile dev. Please be intelligent and deal with it....)
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To: Baynative

Dell Refurbished website


38 posted on 11/18/2017 3:10:52 PM PST by Mr. K (NO CONSEQUENCE OF OBAMACARE REPEAL IS WORSE THAN OBAMACARE ITSELF)
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To: Baynative
It is good advice to look at the specifications, as others have said.

Regarding processors, I am only familiar with Intel. I would recommend staying away from Celeron or other older older processors, unless you do nothing but surf the net.
Personally, regarding Intel processors, I recommend a computer with an I5 or I7 processor, especially if you are moving to Windows 10.

I'm not familiar with AMD, so maybe someone could chime in regarding which processaors would be better choices from that manufacturer.
39 posted on 11/18/2017 3:11:26 PM PST by FreedomOfExpression
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To: Baynative

You haven’t “owned” the operating system since Windows XP came out.

Your choices are Win 10 which isn’t bad, or move to a linux system.

I use both types and prefer the Win 10 machine for word processing and spreadsheets. The Ubuntu machine is for surfing, emails, and all other things.


40 posted on 11/18/2017 3:16:00 PM PST by Ouderkirk (Life is about ass, you're either covering, hauling, laughing, kicking, kissing, or behaving like one)
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