2006-10-26 00:59:51 · 16 answers · asked by Mockingbird 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
I think you have to seriously ask what you mean by "best" in the terms of "makers of computer". Are you looking for the best graphics? The best sound? The best integration of new technologies? The best glitz? The best software compatability? The longest-lived peripherals? The sturdiest other components?
If the question instead is "should I buy a dell" you need to consider what your needs are. I'm a computerphile, although by one user's standard I must be a complete moron insofar as picking machines, because I personally own three Dells right now (and a homemade box on which I run Linux) in addition to having access to and using a variety of machines at work (I'm a computational chemist). I am very satisfied with my Dell machines. My 5 year old laptop (Inspirion) could probably use replacing; its still perfectly functional and handles all of my work-related applications without problem but to be honest I'd like to be able to play Oblivion on it and that just isn't happening. I also have some trouble with the Inspiron communicating with various peripheral devices, particularly overhead projectors, but on my friends' newer laptops that isn't an issue.
I've got a 4 year old desktop at home (Dimension 8250), it still runs relatively quietly and I've had no need for replacement parts, except for the monitor, and that was my fault (its amazing how monitors do not like being bathed in mountain dew, I wonder why that is?). I had a technical support issue with my newest machine, an XPS; when it came, the monitor (23" LCD) had a weird green line. I called them the same day, and a new monitor arrived 48 hours later. I have been happy with that experience of tech support (having dealt with the compaq nightmare).
All of the desktop computers in my research group are Dells, and we're hard-time geeks, so that should say something. Of course, our work machines are a little different.. IBMs and SGIs dominate those, although we're getting some very nice locally built machines now as well for a fraction of the cost and with considerably less maintenance overhead (than the SGIs).
If you're just looking for a PC, I'd heartily recommend Dell. If you want a gaming machine, I'd go towards Alienware (which I understand are now owned by Dell, but I'd have recommended that before). If you want music integration, buy Mac (that is, if you record & edit music) (but remember Macs won't play most of the awesomest games and also much productivity software is unavailable for Mac... and NOTHING compares to Origin, sorry Maclovers).
2006-10-27 17:10:30 · answer #1 · answered by Tomteboda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they are the most popular, not the best. Not bad though, They DO have excellent tech support and warranties, they also do have the best for driver support if you need a restore. But as for a power-full system, go with Alienwhere, or get a custom build PC. I have a Dell Inspiron 6000 Laptop, but I build my own desktops. So it is your choice.
Good:
Excellent Tech Support/ Warranty support.
1. Excellent Device Drivers support/download
2. 24/7 tech support/customer service. You can order at 3am if you want.
3. Everyone knows the name
Bad:
1. Like the IPOD, it is popular, not necessarily the best you can buy.
2. They outsource to INDIA!!! (Asssholesss!)
All there computer desktops are built using the propriety motherboard, so if it fries you can ONLY get a replacement from Dell.
4. Limited unreadability.
2006-10-26 02:37:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wihtout hesitation, NO! I've had WAY too many problems with them. I've been in the computer business for almost 25 years and have YET to own one that was worth the money in my opinion. The only reason that I can see that they are #1 is because they are selling a bunch of them, not because they are worth a crap. People who don't know what they are doing go for the most popular brand. People who do know what they are doing do their research independant of sales pitches and then end up going to someplace like www.stupidcheapcomputers.net to buy.
I buy all of my stuff from them, and everything is Vista ready.
I bought a complete, new system from them with a warranty for LESS than it would cost me to build it myself or order a custom one from the manufacturer. You can use my frequent buyer code: ATX926. That will get an additional 10% discount at checkout.
I have NEVER had any problems with anything that they have sold me and their customer service is outstanding. Those guys blow my mind.
Good luck!
2006-10-26 21:07:47 · answer #3 · answered by MegaNerd 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft are the creators of Microsoft Windows a operating system in what lots of computers use the computer themselves like the hardware are owned by Dell,HP etc I have a dell computer running linux.
2016-05-21 21:55:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, Apple is; because they can run Mac OS, Windows, Linux or Unix. No one else can say that, because Max OS is designed to run only on Apple's machines. And Mac OS X is a very, very, very good operating system. If you need to run Windows (like I will have to for the CAD part of my engineering school), you can do so.
Apple also has very high quality and service standards. I had an iBook that was running with a few glitches, so I shipped it off in a supplied box and got it back -- two days later -- completely overhauled and good as new, even with a new screen! The only way I could tell it was the same computer was the contents of the hard drive (which was my stuff), and a few specks of dust that I recognized through the translucent shell.
2006-10-26 01:14:20 · answer #5 · answered by poorcocoboiboi 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
We've had Dell computers - desktops and laptops - for the past 10 years and will probably continue to do so. Sales is not great, service not bad, technical advice is very good, and the machines themselves are excellent for the price. You don't have to have the advertised spec as you can change or add pretty much anything like DVD-RW drives, screen size, extra memory, warranty etc.
2006-10-26 01:13:36 · answer #6 · answered by crosbie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dell p.c,s do so well because of the price range they use,letting everyone able to buy a p.c
but the main problem with dell is upgrading,this is were they make most of their money,for instance a normal 80gb hard drive costs around £35 but if you upgrade using dell hard drives that will cost you around £90
the same goes for the memory,memroy costs twice as much as kingston memroy and graphic cards are the same
i have been told by a reliable source that you can use normal parts in a dell p.c but beware,if its still under warranty and you open the case,you will forfeit the warranty
try taking a look at mesh computers http://www.meshcomputers.com/,these are slightly more expensive than dell but twice as good,especially if you are looking for power and good graphics
good luck
2006-10-26 08:42:26 · answer #7 · answered by brianthesnail123 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think so, I've been in the computer biz for a really long time and I think Dell, overall is one of the best, if not THE best.
Also, I had a close friend who worked for them. She told me after quitting that she didn't really like her job but if she bought a computer it would always be a Dell - because they are that good and reliable.
2006-10-26 01:04:00 · answer #8 · answered by empress_pam 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are number one at the time, having displaced IBM and HP. They are top selling accoding to IDC research
2006-10-26 01:08:02 · answer #9 · answered by zap 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, your undertanding is correct
they are one of the best !
their marketing is impeccable & their products attractively packaged
most customisable of the lot
a most user friendly & neat web-site
>> one attribute for sure
> maximum value for money ! <
>> another tip, their xps range of both notebooks & desktops are top rate products & forms their premium range
2006-10-26 05:18:58 · answer #10 · answered by sεαη 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋