Hardware

Posted on | September 24, 2008 |

Often when buying new hardware, like a new computer the first question is not about specifications or features; it’s about the price. The biggest question is: how much green am I going to have expend to get the right tool?

Presently, you could find yourself spending almost $2000 dollars on a new computer. There are certainly cheaper computers, but be aware that they are usually made of cheaper materials and older technology. As a result, the duration of life that the computer will yield is low.

Don’t fall for the free software gimmick. Most times, the versions that are included are a mere shadow of the real software, and may not suit your needs.

The following are four ways to buy computers and their pro’s and con’s:

Buying directly from the manufacturer- While a popular solution, there is little or no conversation from their end on meeting your needs, and the post-purchase support is limited.

Buying the full package from a dealer- This will cost more, but the extra help can benefit your business greatly if you don’t have any tech-savvy employees or have a very complex network.

Going to a store and selecting from the displays- This allows you to use before you purchase but post-sale service is generally lackluster (or nonexistant), and they are more geared towards meeting the needs of home users, so they may not be as capable of accommodating a business.

Leasing equipment- This option allows you to ignore the pains of purchasing the equipment, the travails of choosing ownership, and the heartache of having things to mess with when it breaks or falls apart.

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