Jim Holsenback wrote:
> Morning,
> 
> I've finally squirreled away enough skeckles to upgrade to a multi-core 
> system, and I'm curious about where (if there are any) you POV'ers in my 
> area go for hardware. I'm not into a BIG box store (Future Shop or Best 
> Buy). Back in California I used to go to these traveling computer shows and 
> sales but haven't been able to find anything like that here. One stop 
> shopping would be ideal, but I'm not opposed to buying the case at one place 
> and other components elsewhere. Online options would be ok but I'd like to 
> keep the money in the region (support your local businesses)!
> 
> Thanks
> Jim 

I can't speak for the East Coast, or for any other state for that 
matter, or for another county... Hell, all I can tell you is that small 
businesses rock. It seems to be true for almost any kind of business. I 
got my bicycle at a small shop, and it's great. Same for my computer, 
and I have no complaints about it either (the recent problems were 
probably my fault).

If you can find a good, local computer store, then you know who to 
bother when the thing breaks down. Get a warranty and you should be 
fine. It might cost more to get a shop-built unit, you won't have to 
worry about getting features you don't want, inability to upgrade, 
having to use Vista if you don't want to, etc.

Good luck!

Sam

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