When shopping online for
cheap laptops
it can be a very challenging and tricky experience, especially if you’re
not well versed in a lot of the jargon frequently used when discussing
laptops and other items of tech.
Cheap Laptops; An Online Shopping Guide
If you’re unsure of the differences between 8gb memory and 8gb storage, or
if you’re confused about the difference between and dual core or quad core
processor; don’t worry because our team of experts are happy to help.
To lend a hand and help you to make an informed purchase, here is a quick
guide to shopping for
cheap laptops online.
Stay Safe When Shopping Online
As our society becomes more and more digital, so to do our criminal
threats. Just like you have to stay vigilant for pickpockets in crowded
areas, you must be vigilant when shopping online. Passwords and security
codes should never be shared with anyone.
Additionally, when shopping online, look for HTTPS in the url at the top of
your browser. The added S at the end of HTTP means that the data being sent
is secure. As described by
BusinessInsurance.org
“The added "S" means that the way your information is being sent is secure.
HTTPS using SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, which encrypts the information
flying through the wires so that only the intended recipient can see it.”
They also state that “Other signs of a secure site are a closed lock or
unbroken key at the bottom of the screen.”.
Confused With Specifications?
When shopping for a cheap laptop, it’s very important that you make sure
you get the right specifications for the tasks you want to complete. So to
lend a helping hand, here’s a quick jargon buster to explain a few of the
specifications you’ll need to consider.
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Memory
Also referred to as RAM (short for Random Access Memory), you may at
first glance think that memory refers to data that is stored on a
computer, however this is not true. Data may be saved on a storage
device such as a hard drive or an external USB memory stick, however in
order to use that data, it must be moved onto the main memory. This
means that the more RAM your computer has, the faster it will be and as
such, a computer with a large amount of RAM could run multiple programs
at the same time without suffering from issues such as lag.
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Storage
As described above, when you save data such as a word processing
document or a video file, you’re storing it on your computer storage.
This is different to data being held in memory as storage is
non-volatile; this means the data is permanent. There are different
types of storage devices, two common types are HDD, a hard disk drive
and a SSD, a solid state drive. Hard disk hard drives have a metal disc
in which data is stored using a magnetic based system, whereas solid
state drives retains data using flash memory instead of using the
magnetic spinning disk.
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Processor
This, in layman’s terms is the brain of your computer. In order to
maximise the amount of power available to the computer, some laptops
are equipped with multiple CPUs, for example a Dual Core PC has two
CPUs and a Quad Core PC has Four CPS. Generally speaking, the more CPU
cores a computer has, the faster it will be able to work.
This is just a short list of three specifications you have to consider when
purchasing a laptop. So if you need some help understanding what
specifications are needed for the tasks you want to complete, don’t worry;
get in touch with our team. The Friendly experts at PC Renewed will be
happy to provide advice and explanations, helping you to make an informed
purchase.
Refurbished Vs Used; What’s The Difference?
We highly recommend purchasing refurbished computers and laptops, however
we strongly advise against purchasing a used computer or laptop. Whilst
some products such as cars are a great example of where the second hand
market can be a land of opportunity; however used electronics such as
computers can be very dangerous.
This is because used electronics have no guarantees regarding the
computer/laptop’s condition. There are lots of fragile components in a
laptop, how do you know a used laptop hasn’t been dropped a couple times?
Similarly, without any way to verify and guarantee the condition of the
laptop, a used computer could be filled with lots of horrific malware,
viruses, or even ransomware. Even if you’re purchasing it from somebody you
know, the computer could still be infected without them knowing.
However, on the other hand, refurbished computers are different. Businesses
that provide high quality refurbishments will provide rigorous testing,
verifications, a warranty, and in some cases they will even re-print the
keyboard. However, it is essential that you only purchase refurbished
computers from a reputable and trustworthy business, such as an Amazon
Certified Refurbisher.
Here at PC Renewed we are both an Amazon Certified Refurbisher and a
Genuine Microsoft Third Party Installer; so you can purchase PC and Laptop
refurbs from us with peace of mind. Additionally, we provide
One Year Warranty & 30 day no quibble returns policy
when you purchase refurbished computers and laptops from our online store.
However, that’s not all; we also provide
free UK delivery
on all laptops and desktop computers.
Searching For A Cheap Laptop? Make PC Renewed Your First Choice
If you would like additional information regarding the affordable laptops
and other numerous refurbished products that are available for purchase on
our website, or if you would like to make an enquiry, please do not
hesitate to contact our friendly and dedicated team.
If you would like to speak to a member of staff, please call
02476 422328, alternatively you can get in touch with our team by sending an email to
sales@pcrenewed.co.uk. We will always try to endeavour to answer all questions in a speedy and
efficient manner.
