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Very OT - Computers (A BIG Thanks Everyone) Corinne 07-14-2006
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Posted by Corinne on July 14, 2006, 3:48 am
Wow, this group is totally awesome. I really did not think I would get
too many replies concerning the purchase of a new computer.

I have made photocopies of most of your replies, and now I really have
my homework cut out for me.

The reason I am planning to get a new computer is that mine is 8 years
old, works great, and I love it, but I am still running Windows 98.
Because Windows 98 is so old, Microsoft is no longer offering free
updates, which I am told, subjects me to viruses even though I have
Norton Anti-Virus.

I don't want to send anyone a virus, thus, my search for a new computer.

I was told that my computer is not capable of adding Windows XP Home
Edition to it.

I need to find out the specifications as that person never saw my
computer, and if I could do that, I would be happy to spend appx.
$130 to buy that operating system. My friend said it is a waste of
money as a new computer would have that on it.

I wish I were more computer illiterate, but such is life.

Your advice and time is greatly appreciated.

Thanks so much.

Corinne

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Posted by on July 14, 2006, 4:15 am
Corinne wrote:
> Wow, this group is totally awesome. I really did not think I would get
> too many replies concerning the purchase of a new computer.

Good luck on your computer purchase. I also suggest a new computer. You
won't believe the difference it will make if you run Windows XP. Much
more stable and looks great too.

As for suggestions, if I am not too late, look around the internet and
do a search for "dell coupons". If you are in the US, Dell offers
massive coupons from time to time. Buying a name brand computer will
contain Windows so there is no need to purchase a copy of the licence.
For someone who just wants to use the machine, consider a Dell. Good
customer support and they fix any problems oyu may have during the
warranty period. I don't work for Dell, just think they would be a good
fit for you.

Good luck!


Posted by Corinne on July 14, 2006, 5:30 pm
Well thank you.

I just found out about the coupons yesterday, so thanks again for
pointing that out.

I have my homework cut out.

Thanks.

Corinne

affiliateian@gmail.com wrote:
> Corinne wrote:
>
>>Wow, this group is totally awesome. I really did not think I would get
>>too many replies concerning the purchase of a new computer.
>
>
> Good luck on your computer purchase. I also suggest a new computer. You
> won't believe the difference it will make if you run Windows XP. Much
> more stable and looks great too.
>
> As for suggestions, if I am not too late, look around the internet and
> do a search for "dell coupons". If you are in the US, Dell offers
> massive coupons from time to time. Buying a name brand computer will
> contain Windows so there is no need to purchase a copy of the licence.
> For someone who just wants to use the machine, consider a Dell. Good
> customer support and they fix any problems oyu may have during the
> warranty period. I don't work for Dell, just think they would be a good
> fit for you.
>
> Good luck!
>

Posted by lee houston on July 14, 2006, 4:24 am


> The reason I am planning to get a new computer is that mine is 8 years
> old, works great, and I love it, but I am still running Windows 98.
> Because Windows 98 is so old, Microsoft is no longer offering free
> updates, which I am told, subjects me to viruses even though I have Norton
> Anti-Virus.

Corinne, if it ain't broke dont fix it. ;-). If you're running 98 and
it's
stable and your pc is fast enough for you, why spend anything? xp is
much more a target for virus writers than 98. The minimum memory
for xp is 128 K, 256 recommended.

what speed is your machine? a 233 mhz processor and 128K runs
xp fine if your determined to go to xp.

lee



Posted by Abe on July 14, 2006, 4:48 am
>> The reason I am planning to get a new computer is that mine is 8 years
>> old, works great, and I love it, but I am still running Windows 98.
>> Because Windows 98 is so old, Microsoft is no longer offering free
>> updates, which I am told, subjects me to viruses even though I have Norton
>> Anti-Virus.
>
>Corinne, if it ain't broke dont fix it. ;-). If you're running 98 and
>it's
>stable and your pc is fast enough for you, why spend anything? xp is
>much more a target for virus writers than 98. The minimum memory
>for xp is 128 K, 256 recommended.
>
>what speed is your machine? a 233 mhz processor and 128K runs
>xp fine if your determined to go to xp.
Small correction. When you say 128 K, you should be saying 128 MB.

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