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TECH TIPS
TECH TIPS THE Laptop or Desktop DEBATE
Is it time to buy a new PC? If you’re trying to choose between a desktop or laptop device, here are some tips to ease the buying process.
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PRICE: You’ll always get more machine for your money with a desktop. Portability comes at a price. In general, current pricing suggests that laptops cost about 20% more than their desktop counterparts.
SIZE: It’s obvious that a laptop gives you more portability, but it also takes up a smaller footprint in overall size. For small living spaces, it can be nice to have a computer you can set up temporarily at the kitchen tables or something that can share its desk with the sewing machine. A desktop setup usually needs its own dedicated space.
REPAIRS: Desktop parts are more accessible and available for repair techs. Making the repairs faster and, therefore, more affordable. And since a desktop’s monitor, keyboard, and mouse (peripherals) are separate from the computer, you can easily replace those parts with a quick drive to the electronics store. Laptop parts sometimes have to be ordered in and you’ll be without a computer for a longer period of time. Plus, if a keyboard or screen breaks, the entire computer will need to be at the shop while you await the repair.
SAFETY: Remember that portable computers carry a higher risk of being dropped, stolen, or lost. Be sure to back up your important files and keep your information safe!
WARRANTIES: No matter what type of computer you get, remember that all computers break! No brand or price range is guaranteed not to break and a more expensive machine won’t necessarily “last longer.” An extended warranty and purchasing from a good retailer is always a good choice.
