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How to Choose Your First Computer More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by Ximena Juncosa | permalink
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So you want to buy your first computer? This will show you how to find the right computer for you. You have to buy a computer that fits your budget, your needs. You may or may not need a powerful computer depending on your needs. Make a...
Tags: WikiHow, Choose Your First Computer, wiki, how to articles, how to instructions, DIY, tips, howto, learn, how do I

For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-Your-First-Computer ^[1]

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First-Time Computer Buyers: Advice from the Experts More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by PJ Cassidy | permalink
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Which computer should I buy? Every tech coordinator and Webmaster hears that question from time to time --- or more often than that! This week, Education World's Tech Team debuts, providing the best advice they can muster for teachers considering that ...

For further reading: http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr166.shtml ^[2]

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Tips on Buying a First Computer More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by aluis 2002 | permalink
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In this age influenced by technology, purchasing your own computer is necessary. It gives you a big lift in your work, in business or entertainment, but can also be an expensive investment. The ...

For further reading: http://science.opposingviews.com/tips-buying-first-computer-6735.html ^[3]

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Tips on Buying Your First Laptop | Intel More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by Jan van der Poel | permalink
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Before buying your first laptop, learn about the latest laptop features including processor speed, rapid start, big screen and wireless functionality.
Tags: first laptop

For further reading: http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/tech-tips-and-tricks/tips-on-buying-your-first-laptop.html ^[4]

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The First-Timer's Guide to Building a Computer from Scratch More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by ubbfcuacbduc 2dd | permalink
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If you've never done it before, the idea of building a computer from the ground up can seem very intimidating—but it's one of the most satisfying projects a tech enthusiast can take on.
Tags: DIY, Hardware Installation, Feature, Top, Smarterware, How To, Lifehacker

For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/5151369/the-first-timers-guide-to-building-a-computer-from-scratch ^[5]

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How to Build a Computer: The Complete Guide More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by Henriette Nielsen | permalink
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Building a computer from scratch gives you the perfect machine for your needs, but it can be daunting the first time around. Here's our complete guide, from picking the parts, to putting it together and installing your OS.
Tags: Night School, DIY, Computers, Hardware, Operating Systems, Lifehacker night school, Clips, Lifehacker Video, complete guide, Top, 101, Lifehacker

For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/5828747/how-to-build-a-computer-from-scratch-the-complete-guide ^[6]

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How To Choose Your First Mac - Tuts+ Computer Skills Tutorial More
Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago by Marlene Bass | permalink
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Buying a Mac is a fairly easy experience given the relatively limited range of models (especially when compared to buying a PC), but there are still quite a lot of options out there (with regards to customization possibilities and which model to choose). So for those of you planning to purchase your first Mac computer, here is my advice on how to go about it. | Difficulty: Beginner; Length: Quick; Tags: Apple

For further reading: http://computers.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-choose-your-first-mac--mac-451 ^[7]

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Marlene Bass, Henriette Nielsen, Jan van der Poel, Ximena Juncosa, ubbfcuacbduc 2dd, aluis 2002, PJ Cassidy

References & Citations

1. http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-Your-First-Computer

2. http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr166.shtml

3. http://science.opposingviews.com/tips-buying-first-computer-6735.html

4. http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/tech-tips-and-tricks/tips-on-buying-your-first-laptop.html

5. http://lifehacker.com/5151369/the-first-timers-guide-to-building-a-computer-from-scratch

6. http://lifehacker.com/5828747/how-to-build-a-computer-from-scratch-the-complete-guide

7. http://computers.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-choose-your-first-mac--mac-451