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I could really use your imput?

Post by Waz » Tue Apr 24, 2012 10:16 am

Hello all I am sorry that I have been AWOL recently life has a way of doing that to me occasionally. :evilbat:

Any who I really could use your advise on what computer to buy. I am looking to buy either a Laptop or a IPAD. I am leaning towards a Laptop just because I don't want to spend that type of money.

Basically I will need it for gaming and other stuff. But gaming is the major reason for the computer.

Therefore I am looking for a deal. I have been watching Craigslist when I have come to the realization that I have no idea what I am doing. :drinking: :drinking:

I know there is a lot of expertize in the people on this board.

Thank you in advance I am sure you will give me great advise.

I am going to bed now (I work midnights remember) once again thank you in advance. :drinking: :drinking:

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Re: I could really use your imput?

Post by Waz » Tue Apr 24, 2012 10:21 am

OMG OMG I can't believe that I forgot to post this.

Today is my Wedding anniversary. For the few that were around back then it was 19 years ago today that I married my lovely wife at the Niagara Falls Air force base.

And it was 19 years ago plus a few days that I got drunk out of my mind at my bachelor party.

:drinking: :drinking: :drinking: :drinking:


Ah I kind of remember it well.


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Re: I could really use your imput?

Post by filemaniac » Tue Apr 24, 2012 4:06 pm

Well... it'd be easier to answer the question if you could tell us what your budget range is first... An iPad can be had for anywhere between $399 to $829, dependent on model. But don't count on it being a replacement for a computer...
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Post by havenmage » Tue Apr 24, 2012 5:46 pm

I am not so sure that buying a used from another person is the best way to go....
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Post by Waz » Wed Apr 25, 2012 9:11 am

Sorry to take so long to reply yesterday was busy. Me and the Misses went out to Outback Steakhouse.

I was going to take her to to Wendy's but she told be to read between the lines.
:fist: :fist: :fist:

First off I am trying to make a smart purchase but I am looking for a deal.
:idk: :idk:

Any how How much am I willing to spend probably between $400 and $600.

Ok I am cheap I just don't want to spend alot of money on a computer that I am primarily buying to go gaming.

:dumm

I have to admit price aside I liked the idea of buying a Ipad, but when it comes to gaming I have a feeling that a Laptop would work better and cost less.

:microwave: :microwave:


Best buy had a Asus 14" Laptop w/ 4GB Memory 500 GB hard drive for $370 but that is w/out Microsoft Office which will cost an additional $100. Also I am sure this is there low price leader and then they talk most people into buying something else.


Lastly when buying something you are not familiar with it is often a good idea to know what to avoid. What are the red flags that should tell me "Danger Danger Will Robinson"

:dragonkill1: :dragonkill1: :dragonkill1:

Well I hope I answered your questions I look forward to your advise.



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Post by havenmage » Thu Apr 26, 2012 5:57 am

Don't sweat the office suite. We have that covered.
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Post by Greyhound » Thu May 03, 2012 8:50 am

Happy anniversary to you both....sorry I am late!

:congrats1 :congrats1

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Post by filemaniac » Wed May 16, 2012 1:11 pm

There's a Dell Inspiron 15R for sale for $440 that should work for you. Unfortunately, the price is only good for today: http://www.dell.com/content/topics/segt ... -40Z80R-v1
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Post by filemaniac » Thu May 17, 2012 1:22 pm

There's currently also a Dell Inspiron laptop deal for $399 at Groupon. Go to http://www.groupon.com/r/uu6958543, click on Goods on the upper right and scroll down to see the deal. It's a decent laptop for the price.
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Post by Waz » Sun May 20, 2012 12:21 am

Thankyou very much. Unfortunately I have to re-evaluate how much I am going to spend because we have just come into some money recently. I will probably will be able to afford what ever computer I can justify. Meaning if a $1000 computer is so totally awesome I can justify spending that kind of money to my self and the better half I might just go that way. Sorry to change to rules in mid stream but this just happened.

:drinking: :drinking: :drinking: :drinking: :drinking:

BTW I will be at gaming this week on the 20th. See ya all there.


Once again thanks.
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Re: I could really use your imput?

Post by Spyder » Wed May 30, 2012 12:34 pm

The extra money is good .. because if you are buying a computer for gaming, you hav e to be really careful. Your primary concerns are going to be three-fold... RAM, 4GB MINIMUM, Video Card - 256MB Min but I would try to stay 512MB+ .. and CPU .. CORE 2 DUO minimum .. 2.4Ghz .. and as much VRAM as possible. Your Graphics Cards should really be a card, not an intergrated to the motherboard PoS... what games are you running or planning to run and I will list your specs.
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Re: I could really use your imput?

Post by Waz » Wed May 30, 2012 9:45 pm

Thanks for the input but I need to clarify some things.

I when I say I am buying the computer for gaming I am not talking about computer games but to use during John's game on Sunday. Also so I can play the game remotely like some of you do.

Finally I did buy a computer already last weekend. I bought a Dell Inspiron 17R the base price for the computer was $590 plus tax and shipping. I don't think I did too bad. :drinking: :drinking: :drinking: :drinking:


Well I hope to show you all at gaming this weekend.

Take care all.

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