Need a new computer and would like advice - Page 2

OkeyDokey · ‎06-04-2010

I used to be glued to my desktop. Now that I'm back in school and must use a laptop, will not ever invest in another desktop if I can help it. There is just no point. Even if you want a nice big screen, there are laptops with huge screens these days. My personal favorite is Mac, but they are on the pricey side. There are man other brands if you prefer Windows operating system. Good luck finding something you love!

skuggles · ‎11-20-2013

I was just out looking over the weekend. I was specifically looking at the all in ones, so I tended to disregard the rest. I refuse to even consider a Dell based on past experience What I noticed here is Windows 8 in most. There was one system with windows 7, but it was a little dated as far as the storage ... 4Gbs RAM(was an HP Pavilion). As far as processors, AMDs for the most part in the HP Pavilion all in ones, intel 3 in the slightly dated one. If you wanted to spend the extra bucks, you could get the i7 and get the HP Envy. But the price really jumped, and I noticed that too, in the laptops and especially the Lenovo YOGAs. The systems with the least amount of storage had the i3, which I felt was very dated. I was told that depending on when it was produced it may or may not be dated. Also, that the most recent build of the i3 was better than the AMD in the one we were interested in, which we ended up getting anyway, because a system in our price range could only be found in the stores with the AMD A6. The person buying won't be doing any gaming, so I guess that will be fine. We ended up going with the HP Pavilion 23 all in one w touchscreen, Windows 8. Middle of the road price and performance, I guess. Plenty of people in the store were looking for systems with Windows 7, specifically to replace older computers. I guess they don't want to deal with the "new".

I was told that Windows 7 may be readily available, but that Microsoft is already beginning to move away from supporting it, and that already the drivers would only be available through third parties. Not sure if that is true.

HiLo · ‎03-10-2010

My son just installed a windows 7 desktop for me last week. He was able to find it on Amazon; I understand otherwise they are hard to find. So far, love it! Mine is an H.P. and was marked down from $1100. to just over $400 with over 70 reviews; 4-1/2 stars. My son recommended the desk top for me because he said they last longer; I have room for it and prefer this to a laptop.

skuggles · ‎11-20-2013

HiLo, we were told that you would continue to find Windows 7, because people will still need it if they already have it, but don't have the backup/installation disc. It's the support that will slowly be disappearing.

pickleslarue · ‎01-31-2014

You can still ferret out Win 7. I've seen a couple at Staples but as someone else mentioned, they have 4GB RAM. If that's enough for your needs then definitely get a Win 7. There's a decent HP available. Expect to pay more than a comparably spec'd 8 but our time and sanity is valuable.

Win 8 is a disaster. If you could hold out until 9 is released that's fine, but if not get 7 while you can. I've used every version of Win and not until 8 have I had to consult a manual. It's fine to say learn new things, but this was just silly.

Check this for support info. You'll be OK with 7.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/lifecycle

If you do get Win 8 I recommend a touchscreen, so you're looking at a laptop, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. You'll be mobile, it's smaller.... You can also find laptops with 7.

How do you use your PC? Do you do a lot of word processing, spreadsheets, printing, etc.? Have you considered a tablet?

Campion · ‎10-21-2011

Yes, the current operating system is Win 8 and I HATE EIGHT! I really do.

I ended up buying an HP laptop with Win 7 to replace my old one and I love it. It's an Elitebook and it's under three hundred. It isn't as flashy as newer laptops with that shiny plastic but I actually prefer the keyboard and the size is compact. Typing on it as I write this.

Nuttmeg · ‎03-09-2010

On 9/22/2014 pickleslarue said:
You can still ferret out Win 7. I've seen a couple at Staples but as someone else mentioned, they have 4GB RAM. If that's enough for your needs then definitely get a Win 7. There's a decent HP available. Expect to pay more than a comparably spec'd 8 but our time and sanity is valuable.

Win 8 is a disaster. If you could hold out until 9 is released that's fine, but if not get 7 while you can. I've used every version of Win and not until 8 have I had to consult a manual. It's fine to say learn new things, but this was just silly.

Check this for support info. You'll be OK with 7.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/lifecycle

If you do get Win 8 I recommend a touchscreen, so you're looking at a laptop, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. You'll be mobile, it's smaller.... You can also find laptops with 7.

How do you use your PC? Do you do a lot of word processing, spreadsheets, printing, etc.? Have you considered a tablet?

I buy a computer when I need one not wait for the next OS. There will be issues with Windows 9. You may need to replace hardware items like a printer.

patticakes · ‎03-10-2010

I have a MacBook Pro; and as far as I'm concerned, nothing compares to Apple. No matter what the advertisement or sales pitch (and I've used quite a few professionally as well as personally), nothing compares. It's worth the extra money. As the old saying goes, "You get what you pay for".

CalminHeart · ‎03-09-2010

You may have to search little but you can find Windows 7 out there. I've seen a couple at Best Buy and Dell. My elderly parents were suckered into a Windows 8 and have nothing but problems since. I asked them to be sure to take me the next time they look for a PC!

I needed a new laptop in January and splurged on an Apple MacBook Pro. I love it!!! While it takes a little getting used to since it's not Windows, it is more intuitive than Windows.

apple1964 · ‎08-07-2013

${#emotions_dlg.scared}$ My advice to the O/P would be not to get a windows 8. Whoever has windows 8 will have to update to catch up to windows 8.1. [next year] Also if you want a desktop view the windows 8.1 has that also. There are a few computers that have windows 7 but, I would stay away from the Dell the CS and TEC. are horrible there. JMHO!