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Buying Computers
 Websites presented in alphabetical order CNET Editors' Desktop Buying Guide 
 This step-by-step guide to desktop computers "clues you in to what you need to know, from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends." Discusses specifications for different users (general purpose user, "power" user, home theater enthusiast, home office worker), processors and memory, drives, peripherals (such as monitors), and related topics. Includes links to other buying guides. From CNET. http://reviews.cnet.com/desktop-computer-buying-guide/?tag=dir Topics: Computers Last updated Oct 31, 2007 CNET Shopper.com
"CNET Shopper lets you comparison shop for: digital cameras, notebooks, hard drives," and other types of computer hardware and software. Searchable, and browsable by category. http://shopper.cnet.com/ Topics: Computers, Computers Last updated Jul 4, 2004 Computers Decision Guide
Brief step-by-step guide to making decisions about a computer purchase. Topics include whether to upgrade or buy a new computer, deciding between a laptop and desktop computer and between Windows and Macintosh operating systems, types of laptops and desktops, and computer security. Provides links to related consumer reviews and articles, some free and some requiring a paid subscription. From Consumer Reports. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/electronics-computers/computers-internet/computers/ Topics: Computers Last updated Dec 19, 2008 ZDNet: Reviews & Prices
Use this site to help evaluate computers and computer-related peripherals. Compare prices if you already know what you want to buy, or peruse reviews and awards if you haven't made up your mind. Also has weekly specials and news. Browsable and searchable. http://review.zdnet.com/ Topics: Computers Last updated Feb 20, 2007 |
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