More to think about. I was afraid to shop Walmart for a computer, but
they definitely are selling them.

Many thanks.

Corinne

HeyBub wrote:

Corinne wrote:

Please don't blast me for asking this question here. I have posted
here before and received excellent advice, so I am back.

I am in the market for a new computer. I am interested in Dell. When
searching the Dell sites, I see lots of complaints about service, etc.

Do any of you use a Dell computer, and can anyone recommend a model
for someone who uses the computer basically for email, newsgroups,
searching the web, playing solitaire, and making greeting cards?

I am totally lost, and as you can see, I am not too computer savvy.
I just know the basics, and my computer man, in this small town,
just retired due to ill health.

Many thanks in advance to anyone who can help.


Also check walmart.com. About 5% cheaper than Dell for equivalent boxes.

Walmart's computers are made with commodity parts; Dell has a lot of
proprietary stuff. If the generic, Walmart, computer breaks, you replace the
defective/busted part with an off-the-shelf item. If the Dell machine
falters, many times it's off to Dell.

Absent special needs (like high-end gaming or video editting), a swell
machine is going to cost you $400. Worst case scenario, then, if it really
croaks, throw it away and buy another.

See: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=4545567 for an
example.