Looking for a new computer
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Looking for a new computer
I need to get a new computer just for my files, I don't have my machine PC connected to the internet to keep issues to a minimum (I'm already new to this so I don't need software update issues yet) so now I use my kids laptop to make/get files and put them on a USB,I need my own setup, can anyone recommend a good and budget minded laptop/tablet? It would be great if it could also have a pen that would let me draw in Inkscape. Thanks for the suggestions.
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Re: Looking for a new computer
Do you have a local business that specializes in computers? If you have a good one they can custom build a computer for you that meets your requirements without all the extra BS that most store bought computers have on them.
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Re: Looking for a new computer
Onlogic makes an industrial mini fanless pc that can be built to spec
5X10 Shop built table
20x80x32 inch gap lathe
10x40 lathe
10x54 milling machine
2-Miller 255
Miller XMT350MPA
Lincoln squarewave tig 255
12 Ft Durma Brake
20x80x32 inch gap lathe
10x40 lathe
10x54 milling machine
2-Miller 255
Miller XMT350MPA
Lincoln squarewave tig 255
12 Ft Durma Brake
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Re: Looking for a new computer
Check out the Raspberry Pi units
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Re: Looking for a new computer
Go to Google and type in Refurb Laptops and it will show many locations for buying laptop that have come back off lease for very fair prices.
I have bought many desktops for use on the tables I built this way. I think a pen like you want is an add on for a PC. Do a search here as some of the member use drawing tables.
I have bought many desktops for use on the tables I built this way. I think a pen like you want is an add on for a PC. Do a search here as some of the member use drawing tables.
DIY 4X4 Plasma/Router Table
Hypertherm PM65 Machine Torch
Drag Knife and Scribe
Miller Mig welder
13" metal lathe
Small Mill
Everlast PowerTig 255 EXT
Hypertherm PM65 Machine Torch
Drag Knife and Scribe
Miller Mig welder
13" metal lathe
Small Mill
Everlast PowerTig 255 EXT
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Re: Looking for a new computer
I have had very good luck buying refurbished pc's on Ebay. I didn't get the laptop version, but the desktop - HP brand. The last one I bought was very similar to this one.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/185056414825?h ... Swa4thMQkt
I was very pleased with the quality and service. You might check their Ebay store to see if they sell laptops as well.
David
https://www.ebay.com/itm/185056414825?h ... Swa4thMQkt
I was very pleased with the quality and service. You might check their Ebay store to see if they sell laptops as well.
David