Buying a new computer?
Dell Computers
One of the biggest and well known names in the world of computers. They sell direct, so can offer great prices.
Dell Discount Voucher
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Apple
Apple Mac computers look beautiful and quite simply, they just work.
Commodore Gaming
Commodore is back! This brand has a proud history in computing. Now they focus on high end, funky PCs especially for gamers.
eBay.co.uk
Perfect place to pick up a bargain, including many reconditioned ex-corporate PCs.
Do you want to buy a new computer?
When deciding what PC to go for, you will have to decide whether to go for a well known branded PC, or for an unbranded PC, maybe made for you by a local PC builder.
The advantage of a local PC builder is that he will most likely be able to source all the component parts cheaply and build you a decent spec PC at an attractive price.
Advantages of buying from a well known brand
The advantage of going for a branded PC is that you have a certain expectation of build construction and quality beforehand, and you will gain access to large support knowledgebase. Say , for example, you purchased a Dell Dimension desktop PC. If you had a problem with it, you would have Dell Technical Support at hand, both on the phone and also in the form of forums, discussion groups, online documentation and drivers for you to download.
If you were in a similar position with an unbranded, bespoke PC, you would be at a disadvantage when trying to find out what to do or try without going back to the PC builder who may or may not be minded to help you.
Laptop or Desktop Computer?
It really depends on the portability you want. If you think you will ever want to move the computer or use it around the house on a wifi connection, then a laptop is a good choice and you can always connect it to a conventional keyboard and mouse for the times you do use it from a desk.
Where should I buy a new PC from?
We've listed on the right hand side resellers of computers that we genuinely recommend, having used them ourselves.