In my experience, the pros and cons of building seem to come down to what do you use your computer for? If your an internet and email, chatting with friends type of user, then i would say just go buy a new Dell. You get a warranty and free support.
If your a Gamer/Power user, building has many advantages, you know exactly what your getting, many pre-built computers skimp on the video hardware using onboard graphics which wont play newer games, meaning a costly new video card, hopefully the mobo has a slot. Its also cheaper in this area much cheaper, buying a top of the line Pre-built can run into the thousands of dollars, when you can build the same computer for about half of the price.
2007-04-07 06:52:05
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answered by ClanMan 7
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I used to build my own machines all the time, but now I buy the basic model from Dell, because it comes with the operating system, and it turn key ready, then I take out all the junk software. Then I upgrade with better components. Don't pay for their upgrades, they are overpriced. Get stuff from a place like TigerDirect.com or check CNet.com and see which place will give you the best deal.
In the long run, you end up with a very nice machine, cheaper than you could build your own.
If you decide to build your own, buy a "Bare Bones Kit." That way, you will know that the stuff is compatable.
2007-04-07 06:41:53
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answered by Kevin 4
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Building your own is messy ( best word I could think of there) but at least you would know exactly what was going into it.
We have done it before but to be honest I would go for the option of getting the shop to build it to my specifications - that way you also get a good guarantee with it.
I would not just go to a shop and buy one because they are always short on something like they have great drives and memory but a naff graphics card etc and if you buy one and then start customising it you can loose the guarantee as well.
2007-04-07 06:45:05
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answered by Debi 7
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I think building your own is better and a little cheaper. I've built 5 or 6 myself and the thing about it is... you can get exactly the parts you need, (or want?), at nearly half off at computer shows, or through online auctions!
2007-04-07 06:44:35
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answered by love_2b_curious 6
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If you do your research, you can find really good deals on *new* computer parts that would make it wayyy cheaper to buidl your own computer. However, I wouldn't suggest it unless you do a lot of research first so you know that everything is compatible, that you have the parts you need, and that you're actually getting good deals on them. Sites like FatWallet have listings of sales on websites and in stores.
2007-04-07 06:43:06
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answered by Matichel 4
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There's no magic in getting a new computer. The new ones have problems too, expecially the Microsoft Vista PCs. They say MacIntosh Apple PCs are going to be sold through Best Buy stores. If you can keep your old computer running until then, I would buy a new Apple computer.
2007-04-07 06:45:42
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answered by bobweb 7
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Most definitely if you have the knowledge to do so. My bro is a computer genius and the computers he has that he built on his own are awesome. They do alot more and run alot easier than my emachine. However, it would do me no good to have one of his computers cuz I lack the knowledge to keep it up to date and running properly. If you aren't a computer genius... I suggest just buying a new one. If you watch Office Depot you can get really AWESOME deals with lots of rebates. I ended up with less than $500 in my desktop and less than $400 in my laptop thanks to them. Nice PCs too, not old styles or cheap models. Good luck!
2007-04-07 06:50:16
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answered by J C 3
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Hi,
Don't build it just buy a "Bare Bones" system then just fit the drives in and install your own software which is really easy to do. This will save you BIG time.
2007-04-07 06:47:09
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answered by Anonymous
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well to build your own, its adviseable you know all the parts, and have compared with other parts, to make sure your getting the correct parts for your usage of the machine, plus it helps being technically minded on how to install all th hardware correctly and install all the drivers.
if you dont know how to do this i would advised gettting something like a dell/hp/compaq computer.
2007-04-07 06:41:27
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answered by Paultech 7
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I'm a gamer so building is the answer for me. I suggest you do some reading on the subject first. These are some good links
http://www.extremetech.com/category2/0,1695,644478,00.asp
http://www.mysuperpc.com/
http://www.pcmech.com/build.htm
http://www23.tomshardware.com/graphics.html
http://www.tigerdirect.com/indexus.asp?SRCCODE=%20WEBOVETD&CMP=KNC-OVERTURE&ysmwa=8UpeajLG3xNi7f8wGbtjny7yqJKX1E5LD0nkPgsluCqeCEExwIdMeVUX3eZ05qi8
http://www.newegg.com/index.asp?refer=Overtur3&CMP=KNC-0vertur3&ATT=newegg
The first link has an 800.00 entry level gaming rig that DELL, Gateway, or any other company will not be able to touch for 800.00
Saved myself at least a 1000.00 on the last one I built.
2007-04-07 07:59:50
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answered by Jester 5
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