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Should I repair my computer or buy a new one?

Unless you’re a recent beginner in the world of computers, this is probably a question you’ve asked yourself before. After all, if your computer isn’t working properly, you may have a strong instinct to throw it away and go find another one, but you keep wondering if it’s worth repairing. This article is intended to help you decide which of these paths to take to get a PC up and running so that you can get on with your work or play.

You may be thinking that since this is a computer repair technician writing this article, I will tell you that in almost all cases, you should repair your computer rather than buy a new one. Not so. Just as there are a number of reasons to get your computer repaired, there are many reasons to buy a new one instead.

Although the costs of consumer computers do not come close to the costs of new cars, those of you who have had to decide whether to repair an old car or buy a new one may find it helpful to think about that process because it is similar. I would advise you to make two columns and write the reason for purchase or repair in the corresponding column.

If you think about it this way, you will come to a reasoned and reasonable conclusion. Also remember that if someone else has the same PC model and the same problem, what you decide will not make your decision a good one for you. Please note that there is no right or wrong answer, only the best answer for you. While this article and others can help you in your decision process, the best answer for you is something that only you can decide. Beware of people who are sure they know what you need.

Let’s look at some reasons to repair your current computer:

• Budget: Although the additional expense may be worth it, buying a new computer is generally more expensive than repairing your current computer. If you are on a tight budget or simply frugal, solving most problems may be in your best interest.

• Data: this second reason is related to the budget line. Regardless of which route you decide to take, you can (typically) keep your important pictures, documents, music, emails, business files, and personal information. However, it is easier if you keep your computer because if you get a new one, you will have to pay someone to transfer that information to a new one. Many of you can do this without a problem, but not all of you can. Also, if your PC won’t boot into Windows and the data needs to be pulled from the computer, most of you will need someone to pull it off the hard drive, which means you’ll pay for both a new computer and a computer. service fee for a computer technician.

• Applications: If you get a new computer, you will also have to reinstall all of your applications. Some can be downloaded, such as iTunes or Adobe Acrobat Reader. However, anything you paid for, like Microsoft Office, will probably be on CD / DVD. They must be installed from this medium, along with the product key that came with them. My experience has been that both organized and unorganized people tend to lose application CDs, especially if they have had their computer for several years. Before buying a new computer, gather all the application installation CDs and make sure you have a disc for all the applications you use. You may be able to avoid this process and have all your applications as they were if you fix your computer. However, it should be noted that if the proposed solution for your current PC is to reinstall Windows, this issue is moot because all your applications will need to be installed on a fresh installation of Windows, just like on a new PC.

• Upgrades: If your computer is a little slow or can’t do a certain thing, you can usually upgrade the RAM or the video card, or the USB 3.0 card mentioned above, much cheaper than buying a new PC.

• Windows 8: Have you used or watched Windows 8 or 8.1? If you get a new computer, it will have Windows 8.1. This is important because despite all its pros and cons (and I don’t want to address those questions here) many, many people find it difficult to use and a significant departure from the interface of Windows 7 and earlier versions. Like anything else, you’ll probably get used to it, no matter how much you dislike it, but if it’s not intuitive to you, why buy a machine that comes with it? Windows 7 can be installed on new computers after IT technicians have purchased it by purchasing a copy online. But again, you would pay more, this time for a new computer, plus a legitimate copy of Windows 7, plus the cost of a service technician to install Windows 7 on the computer.

• “Perfect fit”: Buying something new is generally considered “sexier” than maintaining or repairing something used. So if none of the above reasons catch you, think about this. If you were satisfied with your computer before it needed to be repaired, happy with its speed, memory, accessories, capabilities, and performance, then that computer is probably the “right” for you. Why buy another computer when you can probably spend less and can keep something that looks good on you?

Now, let’s take a look at some of the reasons to replace your broken computer instead of fixing it:

• Age: Although there is no specific age when retirement and replacement begins, most people know it when they see it. If your computer was slow even when you were in tip-top shape, it’s probably a clue that you need to go to the computer store.

• Outdated Accessories: If your PC has a factory-installed floppy drive, or you have a CD drive but no DVD drive, it’s probably time to think about a new PC. Many people want fast peripherals through a USB 3.0 port. If you have a desktop computer, you can easily install a card, so I wouldn’t consider this just a reason to throw the old PC in the trash, but if you’re keeping track, I’d mark it in the purchase column.

• Major hardware damage: If you spilled a Coke or something similar on the computer, ruining its motherboard, I would not invest in a repair.

• The Laughter Factor: Although I have never laughed at my clients, on occasion I have laughed at a machine they bring. Why? Because it’s so old, so full of dust and cigarette smoke, so slow, it’s almost a joke that someone is paying me to fix this computer. If this is your computer, there is nothing to be ashamed of, but if you still do not know, deep down, that you need a new computer, then take the message from this article. If you decide not to fix it or just keep your computers for a long time, make sure they get the interior cleaned regularly, whether you do it yourself or bring it in for a cleaning. That residue of dust and smoke doesn’t just look bad, it can overheat your computer and kill you.

The question of whether to repair or buy again can be confusing. I hope these questions and comments have helped you make a solid decision. If you decide you want to repair your computer, call Tom at (903) 650-9483.

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