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A new Desktop computer

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+++DetEcTive+++ Report 15 May 2017 12:24

Ours is running out of steam and will need to be replaced shortly.

We've rejected the idea of a Mac as there don't seem to be Mac compatible versions of the programmes we use for our hobbies.

Any suggestions from those who have made a recent purchase? We don't need a professional' grade model, but do need something that might last 10 years. Our current one is 14 years old.
Budget up to the high 100s.

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Mayfield

Mayfield Report 15 May 2017 14:35

I have had a Toshiba all in one with i5 processor for just over a year been very pleased with it.

Takes up very little desk space. ;-)

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+++DetEcTive+++ Report 15 May 2017 15:18

Thanks for the suggestion - he seemed to be focussed on Hewlett Packard. It'll do him good to consider other makes

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RolloTheRed

RolloTheRed Report 15 May 2017 15:27

Currys have on offer HP pavilion 570 £ 570 was ,£ 750.
It uses AMD A10 rather than intel and is very quick.
Recommended.

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+++DetEcTive+++ Report 15 May 2017 15:51

Thank you, Rollo

Apparently he is attracted to the idea of an all-in-one desk top, hence the original idea of a Mac.

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Mayfield

Mayfield Report 15 May 2017 16:01

I have a laptop with i3 and a desktop with i5 the boot up time with the i5 is certainly quicker.
If you can stretch to the i7 I reckon it would be worth it in the long term if you tend to keep your machine a long time.

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Annx

Annx Report 15 May 2017 16:03

I was reluctant to change from my desk top PC when the screen packed up, but decided rather than get a new screen to go for a Toshiba wireless laptop. I'd used laptops before in my job but didn't think it would be as good. That was 2 years ago and I've been really pleased with it. It has the bonus I can take it in the garden or on holiday with me as it takes up so little space. Hubby also has a Toshiba and has had his longer than me.

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+++DetEcTive+++ Report 15 May 2017 16:46

Thank you Annx.
He had considered a laptop and connecting it to the current (or new) monitor but for some reason has gone off the idea.

Mayfield - will you get a commission from Toshiba? ;-) :-D
Its good to know you are really pleased with your purchase.

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Annx

Annx Report 15 May 2017 22:01

Just to add........I hate swiping the pad on the laptop it's so hit and miss and slow and offputting, so bought a wireless mouse and it is just like using a desktop then. It just has a tiny connector you push into one of the ports, no wires and the connector only sticks out 1/4 inch so I leave it in all the time.

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