Is it worth it to purchase extended warranties/service plans when purchasing a laptop?

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KathyK

I'm confused by all the extra service plans and warrantiy options when purchasing a laptop online or in the store. Is it worth it to buy extended plans or is the one year they come with usually enough? We are considering a Dell Inspiron for my college freshman.

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Since you are getting it for a student I would say yes. Anything and everything can happen at college. It would be best to hedge your bets.

What type of computer should I purchase?

phillygrl1

HELP!!! I am an online student, and will be starting a blog next month. I need to purchase a new computer preferably with a nice amount of memory. My computer runs like a snail so I need the new one to move quickly, but I don't know what brand is best or what type of specs I should have.
Any suggestions?

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You'll want to buy a PC w/an Intel 2nd-generation core i3 or i5 processor, 4GB of RAM, 500GB or more of disk storage (HDD), a DVD-RW drive, & Microsoft Windows Home Premium 64-bit edition. I'd recommend Dell-they have good quality, excellent support, & reasonable prices. Lenova & ASUS also make nice PC's (but I'd stay away from HP).

Don't get a laptop unless you require portability. Desktops are cheaper & more easily upgraded. Figure somewhere between $450 and $600 for your budget.

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