5 things to know when purchasing a computer |
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You can transfer your data from the old comptuer to your new computer. You cannot transfer the programs. You must reinstall any program you want to use on the new computer. That means you must have the installation disks or access to the download files to do this.
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Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office are 2 different programs. Windows comes with your computer and operates it. Office provides you with software to create documents and spreadsheets and other things. Many years ago, computers came with Office already loaded. When purchasing a new computer, you must have install disks for Office or buy them. Office software lists for $149 to over $300 depending on what version you buy.
- If your computer comes with virus protection or Office software, chances are these are trial versions that will disapear in 60 days.
- Laptops come with wireless capabilities. Desktops typically do not. You can purchase a wireless adapter to give a desktop wireless capabilities
- If you want to use your laptop wirelessly, you must have a wireless network configured in your home or office. This usually involves the additional purchase of a wireless router or gateway.
More questions? Contact us: 630 942 8622
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As promised, we are featuring some of our favorite pets of some of our favorite clients each month. Don't be shy! Send us your pet's picture.
Buddy Buddy belongs to Margaret Giffin. Margaret heads up the Glen Ellyn School District 41 Community Outreach program. The program works hard at collecting needed items for the disadvantaged families in the school district.We were very proud to help out with some computers this year. |