Thursday, December 31, 2009

Why Many People Buy Used Laptops

By Jack Bennington

To save money, many people will purchase a laptop that has been gently used. This can often cut the price of the laptop nearly in half and sometimes the refurbished laptops can be just as dependable and last just as long as a new one. There are many dangers, as well as benefits, when it comes to buying one of many used laptops.

Of course there is one main reason why people buy laptops from a pawn shop or off of an on line auction. It saves them money. There are many laptops with many more years of life sitting on the shelves of used electronic stores. With a little shopping around, a quality laptop can be found for a fraction of the price it would be new.

Another big added benefit of buying a laptop that has already been used is the fact that some of them may come with programs already downloaded onto it. This is great, especially if you use a lot of added programs and do not want to spend the extra money on them.

You can sometimes even find pre-owned laptops that have been refurbished. This is a great way to get the look and feel of having a new product, but also be able to save a little bit of money by not purchasing it brand new. Refurbished laptops can be found just about anywhere that sells new or used computers. They are generally checked and it is usually certain that they compare to factory standards of the new laptops. This can be a great way to buy a laptop that has been used.

As one might guess, there are some downfalls to buying a used computer. One of the main reasons most people would rather purchase a new computer is because of the warranty. A typical used computer does not have a warranty, therefore if anything happens to the computer or if it needs upgrades, it is the responsibility of the owner.

Another important reason why most people would rather buy their laptop new is because it is in excellent condition. Used computers can hold many surprises. On the outside it can be emasculate, but for all computers, it is what is on the inside that counts. The only way to tell the true condition of the used laptop is to use it for a while. Some repairs can be very costly, so in the end, more money may have to be spent on a used system.

Most of the time when you buy a laptop that has been pre-owned you accept the product as is. This can really turn into a nightmare if you get the computer home and realize that there are serious problems. However, if you are good with computers you may be able to fix it very easily and not have any issues.

With most used computers being sold not having a warranty, the consumer should be very aware of what they are buying. Some upgrades can be added by the owner, but with laptops, it is better to get professional help. It can help if the consumer has the computer inspected before buying. - 22787

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