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Is a Refurbished Computer Right for You?

Refurbished computers are everywhere. They fill the biggest tech marketplaces both online and in your neighborhood retail stores. There is a huge market out there for refurbished computers, for two reasons - the first is that people love to upgrade their computers so the old ones need a home, and the second is that consumers get to take advantage of the huge savings.

But is a refurbished computer right for your needs? Will it present any unwelcome surprises? We'll help to fill in some of those gaps to help you decide.

The Pros and Cons of Refurbished Computers

Buying a refurbished computer is cheaper, and sometimes cheaper is better. The best thing about refurbished laptops and their easygoing prices is the fact that you can get a newer computer at the same price as a model a few years out of fashion. A properly refurbished computer will also have any of the faulty or commonly-faulty parts replaced - the things that break down most often, like power supply units and laptop keyboards.

As with any good deal, there are a few small compromises to consider. You won't get the same warranties that a brand new computer would come with (but you can buy third-party warranties, many of which are very popular and highly rated among consumers) or you can go ahead and replace any broken parts yourself since you won't have to worry about your repairs affecting your warranty status.

Another downside is the lack of manufacturer support, which is slowly becoming obsolete through the rise and success of third-party support professionals.

You also have to make sure you are buying a quality refurbished computer. Anybody can take a used computer and slap a "refurbished" tag on it but you want a machine that a true professional worked on, not a machine that the previous owner "fixed up". If you want to make sure you're getting the real deal, try going for a factory quality recertified computers model: this means that the manufacturer approved all repairs and replacements and said manufacturer will often provide guarantees to back up their approvals.

New computers are better for people who have never owned a computer before. But if you know how to find the answers to your own questions and fix the little parts that might later fail, a refurbished computer will often work just fine for your needs
Are you sick of all the high priced notebooks out there? Does getting a used laptop seem like a better choice to you? Refurbished laptops are everywhere these days, and the word itself seems like a "buzz word" of the industry. But do these used machines actually hold up to the strict standard of the word "refurbished"?

In this article I will discuss exactly what process a used notebook should go through before it is called "refurbished", as well as the advantages and disadvantages purchasing one brings.

Ok, so you see refurbished or recertified laptops being touted everywhere online these days, but are they all the same? The answer is no. Each company has a different process of restoring a notebook, and they aren't all equal. This is what a good restoration process should look like:

- An examination of all hardware components

- Diagnostic and performance test

- Cleanup

- Cut & scratch repair (not always necessary)

What this process should equate to is a machine that runs just as good as when it was brand new, (and sometimes look just as good).

The most important thing you can do if you are looking at a particular "recertified" laptop is find out about the company selling it. Are they reputable? How long have they been in business? What process do their refurbished laptops go through?
KVS Computers is Hughesville, Philadelphia’s leading computer store, offering sales, service, repair, recycling, and Refurbishing. Call us at 570-312-0479 and Must Visit: https://kvscomputers.com/

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