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How do I know if my older computer is worth repairing? There are several things to consider.
How old is your computer?
____So if your computer is older than that, then it may not have suitable hardware to make repairing worthwhile.
How much are new computers nowadays?
Now brand name Windows 9 or Windows 10 desktop computers with 8GB Ram, 1TB harddrive and DVD are $500 or less.____You can find new computers for less, but they may not have a satisfying lifespan of 3-5 years or more.
____If you have a computer that you find it hard to get replacement parts, the costs can be high. With that being said, replacing a power supply, video board, cooling fan, or Ram memory chip can be fixed at a fair price____．
How long will the repair take?
You should also consider the time! If the computer is used in your business, the cost downtime(停工期)may be a bigger factor than repair cost.____Many big computer stores have to send your laptop out for repair which can take 2-3 weeks. For business or home, one consideration might be to buy a new computer and repair the old computer if possible.
A. Where can I buy a new computer?
B. Many business replace computer every 3-5years.
C. Desktop computer repairs will usually be faster laptop repairs.
D. How much is the repair cost?
E. New brand name laptops with the same features(特征)are $600 or less.
F. Is my old broken computer worth repairing or fixing?
G. If you are a do-it-yourself enthusiast, you can cut the cost of labor!
