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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Computers | 12/13/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: What is the difference in a laptop, notebook and netbook computers? I thank you for your reply. ... A: Yes it can. You can get a very nice slimline external CD/DVD player/burner for about $40 that hooks ... | ||
| Increase RAM* | 12/10/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I want to increase my ram from 240MB to as much as my 2002 HP Notebook AMD Duron 1GHz can handle. I ... A: It's hard to say without knowing more about your system - given the age I'm guessing finding modules ... | ||
| New Computer* | 12/4/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: First time I've written to you, well, I've decided to get rid of my 2002 desktop Compaq XP w/256 Ram ... A: I just checked Fry's and they have a nice Lenovo (IBM) for $429 ... | ||
| New Computer* | 12/4/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: Well, I decided it was time to get rid of my 2002 desktop Compaq XP w/256 Ram & get a new computer, ... A: Overall you can get what you want for the price you want, shouldn't be overly complicated. The only ... | ||
| Buying a new pc | 11/20/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I am thinking about buying a computer that will last me through most of college. I was thinking ... A: I like Dell also, but order it yourself on-line and do not call one of their sales people or you ... | ||
| Dell DIED | 11/16/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: Bobbert my dell died immediately after i tried to download anti virus software. It was working fine ... A: Without install discs, you likely cannot do any sort of troubleshooting. My initial suggestion in ... | ||
| What computer would be the best for my needs | 11/15/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I have recently purchased a 65" HDTV with an HDMI port in the rear. I would like to be able to watch ... A: The converter boxes you are looking at are intended to take a new cable (or satellite) digital ... | ||
| What computer would be the best for my needs | 11/11/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I have recently purchased a 65" HDTV with an HDMI port in the rear. I would like to be able to watch ... A: Your question should not be what KIND of a computer to buy' but what FEATURES does it need'. To ... | ||
| Dell or Samsung? | 11/6/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: I am torn between the Dell inspirion Q15r and the Samsung serie 3 NP3000. ... A: Hmm this is a difficult one , as both are really the same spec machines in their own logo'd cases. ... | ||
| new LAPTOP | 11/2/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: I am recent pass out of MBA from UK and looking for a job. I want to buy a powerful laptop for that ... A: I will be brief and to the point with my advice to you, however a purchase of a PC is very similar ... | ||
| right recommended system for 'trading' | 11/1/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I haven't 'seriously' traded online futures/stocks/indexes for over 10 years. So I've been out of ... A: The performance limitations you're describing are not relative to hardware; they're a function of ... | ||
| building a slightly altered ASU laptop | 10/26/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I would like to buy a G74SX-RH71 ?? Currently comes with 750 gb hard drive. I'd like 1 TB. I'd ... A: I'm going to assume you meant "8 GB of RAM" (8MB was top of the line in the 1980s). I'm very ... | ||
| Computer build | 10/20/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: Hey Karl, I'm needing advice on building own computer mainly for music recording/production and some ... A: I like your build 1 because of the Gigabyte motherboard. I've never had one fail - and I cannot say ... | ||
| Business Computer | 10/18/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I am an accountant trying to buy a business desktop computer with capability to hold a lot of client ... A: More or less any system will be suitable for your needs; you don't have demanding processing ... | ||
| Buying a new PC | 10/5/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I really really need to buy a new computer. My current computer has got to be a good 8 to 10 years ... A: Years ago Dell made their PC's with a DVD PLAYER and a CD PLAYER/BURNER. At the time DVD burners ... | ||
| Buying a new PC | 10/3/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I really really need to buy a new computer. My current computer has got to be a good 8 to 10 years ... A: Here is a very nice Dell Inspiron 570 for only $340: ... | ||
| Buying a new PC | 10/2/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I really really need to buy a new computer. My current computer has got to be a good 8 to 10 years ... A: My favorite desktop these days is a Lenovo manufactured by IBM. You can usually get a fairly hi-end ... | ||
| computer | 9/30/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I'm looking to buy a netbook to go online when I'm away from home to do light internet surfing. I ... A: The 7 inch netbook technology is so new that not a lot of user reviews are available. I did find ... | ||
| computer | 9/30/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I'm looking to buy a netbook to go online when I'm away from home to do light internet surfing. I ... A: That computer will be incredibly limited in terms of features and performance, it looks like one of ... | ||
| order to get things | 9/23/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: I have an old computer and still use dialup. I want to get both a new computer and subscribe to ... A: I would get the computer first so the Internet installer can get you on-line while he is there. ... | ||
| order to get things | 9/23/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I have an old computer and still use dialup. I want to get both a new computer and subscribe to ... A: Depending on the age of your computer, I would probably suggest the new ISP first; it may be the ... | ||
| new pc | 9/19/2011 | Karl Zick |
| Q: how much should a desktop PC that will be used primarily for MS word, internet browsing, and ... A: I have grown to trust Lenovo (IBM) computers as much as any brand on the market. Sony may be a ... | ||
| Computer gaming and selection | 8/29/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I curios if this will make a good gaming computer or not and if so how good and what i should expect ... A: That system is rather dated - at least a couple of years. Depending on the games you'd like to play, ... | ||
| Buying | 8/28/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I m woefully ignorant and paranoid about getting a bad deal when I buy, I don't know what questions ... A: Generally speaking, your requirements are "easy" for modern hardware - most machines produced in the ... | ||
| Need a new computer. What should i buy? | 8/28/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: Im looking to buy a high end desktop computer. I want this to last a few years atleast. It should be ... A: That system should work, although I'm not sure you're getting the best value for your money. The GTX ... | ||
| best computer | 8/27/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I have a dinosaur for a computer and I know zilch about them. I just know I'm saver I scan and save ... A: I'm not fully understanding what your requirements are, but there do exist a variety of machines ... | ||
| Powewr supplies to desktops | 8/23/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: When looking at desktop computers online, some read for home/home office and others read for ... A: Wattage should not indicate compatibility beyond the power demands placed on your AC mains. If you ... | ||
| Computer | 8/21/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: Sir, I am an engineering student and looking to buy a laptop, I live in India. Requirements: ... A: I must apologise to you for any delay in responding as your question was held in the question pool ... | ||
| laptop | 8/21/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: I am looking to buy a laptop. I will be using it for Word, for browsing the internet, and for ... A: unfortunately it appears it waslost in the question pool, and I have only re-activated my account ... | ||
| Mac Choice | 8/19/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I am 14 and currently have about $500 to my name. I want to buy a Mac because a pc does not meet my ... A: I would be curious what your needs specifically are. If you have specific performance requirements ... | ||
| New Computer | 8/14/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: So, I'm not really looking to buy a new computer because I have just purchased one and I was hoping ... A: I really don't like to see graphics solutions that do not support OEM chipset manufacturer drivers, ... | ||
| New Computer | 8/13/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: So, I'm not really looking to buy a new computer because I have just purchased one and I was hoping ... A: Ah, the issue is related to the graphics adapter within your system. My first step would be to ... | ||
| New Computer | 8/9/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: So, I'm not really looking to buy a new computer because I have just purchased one and I was hoping ... A: I would need to know more about the specific error message that the BSoD (Blue Screen of Death) is ... | ||
| Building a computer | 8/8/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: I have (for quite sometime) wanted to build a computer. Now I have a chance! I've been doing quite a ... A: sorry your question has been hanging about in the "pool" for a while. I have just reactivated my ... | ||
| Buy a computer | 8/3/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I want to get a computer. I am fairly computer literate. I want to build one however its seems more ... A: The Radeon HD 4250 controller will work, however it will be noticeably slower with respect to 3D ... | ||
| Buy a computer | 8/1/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I want to get a computer. I am fairly computer literate. I want to build one however its seems more ... A: I tagged your other question as a duplicate, simply to clear it from the system - I'll answer your ... | ||
| buy a laptop | 7/31/2011 | Mark Thomas |
| Q: I want to buy a laptop to hook to my tv and stereo and stream video.I basically use a computer to ... A: Sorry its been hanging around a bit in the system as I have only just re-activated my account after ... | ||
| Buying a new laptop | 7/29/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I am currently looking for a new laptop to go to university, and after searching for a long time I ... A: These systems should be fairly similar in terms of performance, I would make note of the Samsung's ... | ||
| Buy a computer | 7/15/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: I want to get a computer. I am fairly computer literate. I want to build one however its seems more ... A: Well, based on your usage scenario and requirements, the biggest factor in "page loading" is your ... | ||
| new business computer | 7/12/2011 | Bobbert |
| Q: My company may need to replace 1 or 2 computers in the near future. Currently one is in the shop and ... A: I'm having trouble understanding exactly what you're after - the specifications you've provided for ... | ||
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I have nearly two decades of experience in IT, computer repair, and related fields and will attempt to provide the most solid, brand-agnostic advice when it comes time to purchase a new computer, or upgrade an existing machine. I can answer anything from the seemingly basic to the downright complicated - and will do my best to provide this information in a clear and concise manner.
Experience
I have been an enthusiast of PC's for many years, and can answer questions about the purchase/use of a new computer or the purchase, installation, and use of upgrades for existing computers. There probably isn't a whole lot related to the home computer that I haven't seen over the years.
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15+ years of experience
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