Replacing your computer (was : KF'ed googlegroups again)
Bob Muncie wrote:
> zxcvbob wrote:
>> Sqwertz wrote:
>>> On Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:39:58 -0700 (PDT), --Bryan wrote:
>>>
>>>> How often does everyone replace their home computer?
>>>
>>> Replace? I just keep upgrading. Motherboard every 1.5 years, other
>>> parts as necessary or as I acquire them.
>>>
>>> My case is probably 7-8 years old (a very upgrade-friendly Antec
>>> case and power supply).
>>>
>>> -sw
>>
>>
>> I've switched to using laptops for everything. I keep using them
>> until something major breaks. I paid extra for a 3 year warranty this
>> time because I had 2 in a row break after 13 months. It's still going
>> strong, even the battery, after 2.5 years
>>
>> Bob
>
> It's just waiting till you get to the 37th month mark :-)
>
I know that, but I only paid $600 for it, so I'm OK with getting 3 years
out of it (but I'd be a lot happier with 5+ years)
Bob
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