As a general rule, the best times of the year to buy a computer are during back-to-school season and three-day holiday ...

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A discounted used laptop looks appealing until you factor in a few specific trade-offs that can end up costing more than the ...

Q: I need a new Windows PC but have almost no budget, so I’ve been thinking about buying something either refurbished or used. I don’t want to be ripped off, however. What’s the safest way for me to ...

For new computers, I usually suggest spending $600 or more to ensure you’re getting a decent machine. But if that’s out of your budget, you can find some nice refurbished options in the $200-$400 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the greatest walls that keeps people from building their own PC is cost. If you just built a DIY $3K gaming PC, it's likely you ...

Nabbing a sweet deal on an old piece of tech can feel great—if you know what to watch out for If I had all the money in the world, I’d buy everything new and directly from the company that made it—so ...

Buying a used Mac can be a great deal. But, if you don't check carefully, you might inherit someone else's issues or just get ripped off. Here's what to look for. The secondhand market offers great ...

With a shortage of some components driving up costs of consumer electronics, refurbished devices are an attractive ...

With a shortage of some components driving up costs of consumer electronics, refurbished devices are an attractive alternative to buying new. By Brian X. Chen Brian X. Chen is The Times’s lead ...