| Used laptops come in two varieties: used and | | | | important factor you should take under consideration. |
| refurbished. | | | | If you need speed, you need to keep in mind that |
| What Are Used Laptops? | | | | used laptops run slower than desktops with the |
| Used laptops are those that have been used by a | | | | same processing systems. Do not buy used laptops |
| consumer for any length of time and then resold. | | | | with less than 128 MB of memory; it may not be able |
| Even if computers are only one day old, stores | | | | to run many of the applications and programs that |
| cannot sell them as new laptops, they become used | | | | are standard in today's computers. You can get used |
| laptops. | | | | laptops that are powered by anywhere from 20 GB |
| What Are Refurbished Laptops? | | | | to 80 GB depending on your processing and |
| A refurbished laptop is a computer that has been | | | | computing needs. The screen size, definition, and |
| used anywhere from 1 to 90 days, and then | | | | resolution are other important issues in laptops. Make |
| returned to the store or manufacturer who then | | | | sure that the laptop you are looking at has the |
| resells it, or repairs and replaces any needed parts in | | | | capabilities to do what you need it to do media and |
| order to sell it. Some of these refurbished computers | | | | entertainment-wise. |
| may be just as good as new computers, but you can | | | | 3. Portability |
| get them at a much lower price. | | | | Portability of laptops is also an important issue. |
| What To Look For When Buying Used: | | | | Laptops are getting thinner and lighter every day. |
| 1. Condition | | | | Does the laptop you are looking at weigh a lot? Make |
| The first thing that you should look at is the used | | | | sure you add in the weight of the case and any |
| computer's condition. It has been recommended to | | | | other accessories you will be carrying. |
| stay away from laptops that are over 3 years old. | | | | Remember: |
| The system will be outdated and may not be able to | | | | When buying used laptops from a private seller or an |
| run some of the software and programs that are | | | | acquaintance, be careful. Have the used laptops |
| currently available. You may even want to stick to | | | | checked out thoroughly by a neutral party or |
| laptops that are less than 18 months old. Refurbished | | | | professional. Every good bargain shopper knows that |
| laptops do not have some of these concerns | | | | you can find deals by shopping for pre-owned items. |
| because they are newer and have been repaired and | | | | Laptop computers are no exception. Educate yourself |
| tuned up. | | | | on your wants and needs and you will get what you |
| 2. Features | | | | want. |
| The features offered on used laptops are the next | | | | |