My dad picked up this refurb http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?invtid=PJ473AAR&cat=SYS for under 800 on his doorstep. It's been a month and he's happy with it. It also gives him an edge that its 64-bit ready. If I was in the market for a desktop, I'd pick up that or just get the Dell.
With all that's in that box, what upgrade would you think about?
Bob
I am presently considering purchasing a new computer. I have had a Dell for 7 years. I have been reading about the Dells and I have to say my first Dell purchase, within 3 months, the hard drive died, and I had no problem getting a new computer. Now, with that said, it has been 7 years since I purchased the computer and I believe customer service has changed in quality. I am probably an intermediate user of a computer in my home. Once I had my computer updated to XP 90% of my daily problems from Windows 98 Nightmare were corrected. I am interested in a computer that will allow me to work in advanced skills of photography, making DVDs from Videos and CD burner. Forgive my lack of knowledge, but with this in mind, can you give me advice as to the type of computer that will best suit my needs. I use Cable for connection and enjoy the speed, but I also would like to purchase something that will allow future upgrading.
I would like to spend about $1300.00. Which is your personal choice in this price range? What do you think of the V2 Premier. A friend bought one and I haven't heard any complaints, but after reading the reviews in the discussion forum, I am sooooo confused!
Thanks.

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