About Buying Used Computers
There's a new kid on the block. RetroBox offers used computers at a
fraction of the cost of new hardware. But there are a few critical
issues you should know about before buying from RetroBox or anybody
else.
First, know that you will be buying only the box. There's no operating
system on these computers because Microsnot has made sure that their
licenses are not transferable. That is, unless you buy the Windows
operating system directly from Microsoft or from the vendor when you
buy a new computer (or from the used computer vendor at extra cost),
you won't be able to use your computer. Period.
Second, some kinds of computers are harder than others to get running
when you buy them used. Laptops ("notebook" computers) are notorious
in this regard.
That said, you may be able to save hundreds of dollars on each
computer by buying from an outfit like RetroBox. NonProphet has just
purchased a laptop from RetroBox. Check back here every day for
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