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Apple eMac

Apple eMac
always online, a PC User, a techie

NOV
8
2009

Great for first time users on MACs, provides an easy learning experience to the operating software, although kind of slow its fast comparable to the start up time and standard operations of a PC for the same period. Kind of provides trouble by only accepting USB Keyboards and Mice instead of PS/2 Ports. The designs of mulitple colors provides for great personalization. As well as the different preloaded backgrounds. The preloaded software is also great comes with some great games, as well as basic Apple Software from Quicktime to MAC Messenger. The small, compact size of included the monitor and...

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4 star rating
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BlowoutBargains
Mission, TX



Compaq Presario desktop computer

Compaq Presario desktop computer
a PC User

NOV
7
2009

I purchased this computer about 2 years ago. Within 2 months of purchase, it had a major malfunction and was sent into manufacturer. Received it back a month later. It ran ok for awhile then began having small issues such as poor graphics, running slow, etc. Now the computer will not even load. Everytime you shut it down and boot it back up, it needs to go through the repair. Sometimes it will complete it, other times it will not. It just goes to a black screen with a flashing cursor and does nothing. This is a real problem for me because my child uses it for school work and I am supposed to be...

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1 star rating
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tracy06P
Poplarville, MS



Hewlett Packard Pavilion p6257 c-b PC Bundle desktop computer

Hewlett Packard Pavilion p6257 c-b PC Bundle desktop computer
always online, a PC User, very happy with this product, Homeowner, computer addict

NOV
7
2009

Bought this computer last week when my five year old Dell finally bit the dust. So far I am really liking the speed that it has. Windows 7 seems to be easy to operate and has some things that I really like, ie the snipping tool, easy to get to calculator, and sticky pad. The keyboard is the standard USB keyboard and it is taking some getting used to because the keys are not raised as much as the ones that I am used to. But it is doable. All in all, I love my new computer


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5 star rating
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soberlady
Elizabethtown, KY



Dell Windows 7 desktop computer

Dell Windows 7 desktop computer
computer challenged, Windows 7, Windows Vista, PC

NOV
7
2009

Monica Chen, Taipei; Joseph Tsai, DIGITIMES [Friday 6 November 2009]

 

Demand for PCs and hardware did not turn strong after the launch of Windows 7 in late October and is unlikely to do so in 2009 due to most Windows Vista users not needing to replace their PCs in order to upgrade to Windows 7, while some users are waiting for Microsoft to release Windows 7's first service pack, according to sources at PC vendors.

From the technology perspective, Windows 7's touchscreen capabilities are currently unable to provide significant value in terms of usage on notebooks and netbooks, while sales of...

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5 star rating
willi185
Bronx, NY



Dell Inspiron 531 desktop computer

Dell Inspiron 531 desktop computer
always online, Willing to pay for quality

NOV
7
2009

I bought my Dell Inspiron 531 over 2 years ago and still love it.  This is the first computer I have owned that has not been in the shop for one reason or another.


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4 star rating
fullheart
Crawfordsville, IN



Compaq Compaq Presario desktop computer

Compaq Compaq Presario desktop computer
always online, practical, busy mom, a woman, married

Rated on November 7, 2009

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5 star rating
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miamomma921
Ozone Park, NY



Hewlett Packard a1528x desktop computer

Hewlett Packard a1528x desktop computer
always online, Internet addict, pick up things fast, computer literate, Willing to pay for quality, a coder

NOV
7
2009

I came across this HP a1528x machine four years ago and liked it because it was a budjet friendly machine with an above average graphics card and sound at the time. The operating system was also a plus considering its backwards compatabily with games and other software. I added an extra gigabyte of ram and an external floppy drive, but other than that the specs have generally remained the same. I was a little disappointed in the lack of upgradeability.

Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 6150 LE, HP vs19 flat panel monitor 32 bit resolution, four usb slots, Realtek High Definition Audio, DVD/RW with lightscribe,...

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3 star rating
grenmse
Myrtle Beach, SC



Dell XPS One desktop computer

Dell XPS One desktop computer
always online, Internet addict, pick up things fast, bargain hunter, computer literate, Willing to pay for quality, a PC User

NOV
6
2009

This is a computer that I purchased for its good looks! I have a small, built-in desk in the kitchen, and wanted a computer that would fit the desk. This is it! It is very sleek, takes up much less space than other PCs, and looks good in most any setting.  The perfect touch about this computer is its All-in-One feature. The computer is in the monitor so there's no tower. The keyboard and mouse are wireless so there are fewer wires to interfere with the uncluttered look I needed for a tight space. The computer is a good computer as well. I've had it for almost 2 years and have never had a problem...

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4 star rating
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FranSusan
Mcdonough, GA



hp a1730n desktop computer

hp a1730n desktop computer
always online, Willing to pay for quality, a PC User, a graphics pro, a techie

NOV
6
2009

When you initially buy the computer it is filled with hp bloatware.  2 gigabytes of ram in todays standard is nothing and the computer pushes no processing power. The case on thee computerr is horribly contructed not allowing any airflow.  The media card reader constantly has errors.  The computer originaly came with an oem copy of Windows Vista. With Vista installed the computer couldnt execute basic tasks.  After 2 years of being released windows 7 arrived which helped out the conputer a little. The value of the computer wasnt much better 2 years ago the hp a1730n cost around $1800 now I...

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1 star rating
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doncer
Gurnee, IL



hp HP Media Center PC desktop computer

hp HP Media Center PC desktop computer
always online, Willing to pay for quality, a PC User, practical, quality conscious, married, busy mom, value conscious

NOV
6
2009

I have an HP Media Center PC w/ a HP vs 19 moniter and love it! It's by far the best computer I have had. I bought it almost 4 years ago and have only had a few little issues with it and that was only because I turned off the computer during an update and it went black on me. I replaced a small part and it has worked wonderfully ever since. It is very user friendly and quick. My favorite thing is all the slots. I can put 6 different size media cards directly into the pc without an adapter. It also has as many slots as anyone could need to plug in USB cords.  Not only that but with this computer...

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5 star rating
MAKYSMAMA
Houston, TX



Apple Mac Mini

Apple Mac Mini
a Mac addict, a techie, always online

NOV
6
2009

I use a Mac Pro myself, running Windows XP occasionally with VM Ware from my Boot Camp partition. I like that I can add extra video cards (currently running 3 monitors, 2 plus TV-out to my plasma) and have a bunch of hard drives. But this made a nice gift for my Mom who had been struggling with Windows. XP got ok over time, but Vista was horrible. Windows 7 is a little better, but not much, and would have slowed her PC down even more. Already running at a crawl. Even without all the spyware and viruses. So I set her up with a Mac mini and she loves it. It's actually gotten even faster with OS X...

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4 star rating
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solvseus
Van Nuys, CA



Alienware Area 51 desktop computer

Alienware Area 51 desktop computer
a PC User, a techie

NOV
5
2009

The Alienware Area 51 is a good overall computer system. Every system has its own flaws and the Area 51 is no exceptop. Heat seems to be the main issue with the cpu, tho this tends to be a localized issue of the Pentium 4 moniker. The motherboard is loaded with features sure to please anyone looking to add on to the system, modify the system or overclock to their hearts content. Another drawback that may affect your buying decision is the slight lack of room inside the case. Though there is plenty of room vertically, horizontally there seems to be a bit of an issue. People with longer video cards...

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3 star rating
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Tharkis
Yakima, WA



Compaq Desk Top Computer desktop computer

Compaq Desk Top Computer desktop computer
computer challenged

NOV
1
2009

It's still alot I have to learn about computers, but I have the Compaq to be the best to learn on.


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5 star rating
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wand748
Sherwood, AR



Dell Dimension C521 desktop computer

Dell Dimension C521 desktop computer
always online

NOV
1
2009

this computer is good at times then at other times it isn't. The bad part about this is once it gets old dell will not update my warranty or give me a new one even after i offered to pay for it. i don't have the money to get a new computer. But over all this computer does get the job done at times. it does not have a lot of memory on it and being that it is a old model it wont let me connect to the internet at times. The screen goes out at times. The screen saver goes out at times also to the point where if i move the mouse or push the space bar the screen will not come on. so i have to end...

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3 star rating
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hershey88
Atlanta, GA



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