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Finding a used desktop computer

It's a do-it-yourself world, and if you want to save a couple of bucks, it behooves you to jump aboard. That means shunning the world of high-priced, sparkly and cutting edge electronics for something either cobbled together or purchased second hand. Does that make you cheap? I don't think so - it just makes you realistic about what you want out of a used desktop computer.

The fact is, 95% of us don't tax our computers at all. The technology is so good and the software is so lightweight that a 10 year old computer can perform all of our tasks at a level far above "satisfactory." So a used desktop computer actually makes a good amount of sense for most of us.

What then, should you look for in a used desktop computer? That depends largely upon what you plan on using the computer for. If you're into design, then you'll need something with great resolution and graphics, something along the lines of an Apple product is generally the best bet. Apples are generally shunned by high-tech nerds; my more computer savvy friends consider apple products to be nothing more than trinkets or toys, to be used only in specific instances for specific jobs. Obviously graphics and video-related processes are where Apple products excel, so that's what they tend to be used for.

If you're into gaming, for example, then an Apple is the last kind of used desktop computer you'd ever want or need. A gaming computer should have a top notch motherboard that's able to be modified and upgraded with new equipment. You'll want room to install a high-end graphic card, and of course you'll want to put on the operating system of your choice. Windows Vista is a good one if you're looking for the best resolution, but unfortunately Vista has a reputation of being filled with holes and exploits that hackers can dig into, and as an OS it doesn't work or play well with outside programs.

So with that in mind, it might make more sense to go with an older vintage microsoft operating system for your used desktop computer, something like Windows XP or even Windows ME. Your games may not look as good, but you'll be able to keep your computer more secure.

If you're a more adventuresome type, you could always take the road less traveled and go with a Linux OS. Linux is open source, unlike Microsoft and Apple operating systems, which means it's highly customizable and tends to be more secure than its counterparts.

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