New Purchase - Canyonero Consulting

One of my favorite services to offer is the ability to help my customers find the right computer for their needs and budget. Often, when going into a big box store, you pay for the convenience of what they have in stock, and don’t get to customize the specs to your liking. That’s where Canyonero can help- we can find the right machine for you, and often get it cheaper than the big box price!

If you’re thinking of getting a new computer, answer these questions below, and send me the results. I’ll respond and we’ll start looking for your new computer!

DESKTOP OR LAPTOP- This one is pretty easy- are you looking for a standard desktop that sits at one desk, or a laptop that is portable? If you’re looking for extreme portability and touchscreen size, you might want to consider a tablet or iPad and a keyboard. DESKTOP OR LAPTOP- This one is pretty easy- are you looking for a standard desktop that sits at one desk, or a laptop that is portable? If you’re looking for extreme portability and touchscreen size, you might want to consider a tablet or iPad and a keyboard. Desktop Laptop iPad or Tablet

OPERATING SYSTEM- Microsoft Windows machines are the usual choice for home and business clients, but MacOS is gaining popularity with college students, and has a loyal fan base. Windows PC’s are cheaper than Apple’s MacOS (Mac’s are also usually twice the cost of a PC…but they usually last twice as long). If cost is a major factor, you might be able to consider a Chromebook, which is a laptop without the costly proprietary operating system software. It can do most basic word processing and internet based tasks, but often aggravates advanced users and it lacks a lot of ability to install updates in the future. OPERATING SYSTEM- Microsoft Windows machines are the usual choice for home and business clients, but MacOS is gaining popularity with college students, and has a loyal fan base. Windows PC’s are cheaper than Apple’s MacOS (Mac’s are also usually twice the cost of a PC…but they usually last twice as long). If cost is a major factor, you might be able to consider a Chromebook, which is a laptop without the costly proprietary operating system software. It can do most basic word processing and internet based tasks, but often aggravates advanced users and it lacks a lot of ability to install updates in the future. Windows MacOS ChromeOS (Chromebook) iPad Other

SCREEN SIZE- Traditional laptops typically have a 15” screen, while 12-13” models are more portable and smaller, and 17” are heavier and bulkier. Standard LCD monitor sizes are around 22”-25” and you should consider a bigger size if you do a lot of photo or close screen work. SCREEN SIZE- Traditional laptops typically have a 15” screen, while 12-13” models are more portable and smaller, and 17” are heavier and bulkier. Standard LCD monitor sizes are around 22”-25” and you should consider a bigger size if you do a lot of photo or close screen work. 10-12" Laptop (most portable, tablet size) 13-15" Laptop (traditional laptop size, 1 16-18" Laptop (gaming/graphic design) 21"-23" Separate Monitor 23"-25" Seperate Monitor 25"-27" Separate Monitor 27"+ Monitor NONE- I already have one I plan to use

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Think of the specific features you would like your new computer to do. Do you want a touchscreen? Need it to flip into a tablet mode? Pen with the touchscreen? Need it to hook up to a TV or external monitor (and need an adapter), extra battery or extra power charger? SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Think of the specific features you would like your new computer to do. Do you want a touchscreen? Need it to flip into a tablet mode? Pen with the touchscreen? Need it to hook up to a TV or external monitor (and need an adapter), extra battery or extra power charger? Touchscreen Cables to hook up to extra monitor Extra Power Cable Docking Station / Port Replicator I have special software to run (please detail below) Other (please detail below) NONE

OFFICE SOFTWARE: To do basic word processing and other office tasks, you’ll need an Office suite of programs. Microsoft Office is the typical solution, and they have various pricing options detailed below. Many times, looking at free or web-based word processing options (LibreOffice, Google Docs, etc) is also an option to consider if you only have occasional needs. OFFICE SOFTWARE: To do basic word processing and other office tasks, you’ll need an Office suite of programs. Microsoft Office is the typical solution, and they have various pricing options detailed below. Many times, looking at free or web-based word processing options (LibreOffice, Google Docs, etc) is also an option to consider if you only have occasional needs. I'll use a free word processor (Google Docs, LibreOffice, Open Office, etc) Office 365 Personal ($69/year/person) Office 365 Family ($99/year/up to 5 family members) Single Version of Office Professional ($200/user) NONE- I already have what I want to use

STORAGE SPACE: Your data is stored on hard drives and there are two different types of technology….standard hard drives HDD’s (with moving internal parts), and solid state hard drives SSD’s (which are computer chips). HDD’s are typically 500GB and 1000GB (1TB)- or more- based on how much data you need to store, are cheaper, and slower, and are considered to be more fragile due to moving parts. SSD drives are much quicker, and have no moving parts, but can get quite costly. To cut costs, most companies are putting in smaller (but faster) SSD’s, which can be an issue if you’re used to a bigger size. Before deciding, see what you’re using now by right-clicking on “My Computer”, and it should tell you how much space you currently have and how much you’re currently using.) STORAGE SPACE: Your data is stored on hard drives and there are two different types of technology….standard hard drives HDD’s (with moving internal parts), and solid state hard drives SSD’s (which are computer chips). HDD’s are typically 500GB and 1000GB (1TB)- or more- based on how much data you need to store, are cheaper, and slower, and are considered to be more fragile due to moving parts. SSD drives are much quicker, and have no moving parts, but can get quite costly. To cut costs, most companies are putting in smaller (but faster) SSD’s, which can be an issue if you’re used to a bigger size. Before deciding, see what you’re using now by right-clicking on “My Computer”, and it should tell you how much space you currently have and how much you’re currently using.) I'm not sure, please help me decide what's right for me 128GB 256GB 1 TB+ 512GB

RAM- Computer Random Access Memory (RAM) is one of the most critical components of speed on your computer. Simply put, more is better, and will help your machine perform speedier when managing multiple tasks at one time. Many times, this can be upgraded later, but if you plan to do gaming or graphic design, shoot for 16GB+, but I strongly suggest against anything less than 8GB for daily computer use. RAM- Computer Random Access Memory (RAM) is one of the most critical components of speed on your computer. Simply put, more is better, and will help your machine perform speedier when managing multiple tasks at one time. Many times, this can be upgraded later, but if you plan to do gaming or graphic design, shoot for 16GB+, but I strongly suggest against anything less than 8GB for daily computer use. I'm not sure, please help me decide what's right for me 8GB-12GB 12GB+ 16GB+

REFURB- Sometimes, my best deals are found by scouring the major suppliers for their ‘scratch & dent’ models…models that are brand new and never left the factory, but may have a very minor paint imperfection or scratch on it that takes an additional discount off the price. They come with the full warranty, straight from the manufacturer, and are just as good as the new, but often times this minor imperfection is not even able to be found on the machine. (We’re not talking chunks of the machine missing…we’re talking incredibly light paint smudge or hairline scratch on the plastic case). If you're not picky, it's a great way to save some money! REFURB- Sometimes, my best deals are found by scouring the major suppliers for their ‘scratch & dent’ models…models that are brand new and never left the factory, but may have a very minor paint imperfection or scratch on it that takes an additional discount off the price. They come with the full warranty, straight from the manufacturer, and are just as good as the new, but often times this minor imperfection is not even able to be found on the machine. (We’re not talking chunks of the machine missing…we’re talking incredibly light paint smudge or hairline scratch on the plastic case). If you're not picky, it's a great way to save some money! NO, I prefer a new machine YES, I am ok with these

BUDGET- Typically, for a new computer for an average user, I suggest somewhere between the $500 and $700 range….unless you have a budget that restricts you to staying on the lower end of that (more $400-$500), or specific requirements that cost more. . In very rare cases do I recommend spending $1000 or more on a laptop unless it has specific needs that you’re looking for that other models don’t. BUDGET- Typically, for a new computer for an average user, I suggest somewhere between the $500 and $700 range….unless you have a budget that restricts you to staying on the lower end of that (more $400-$500), or specific requirements that cost more. . In very rare cases do I recommend spending $1000 or more on a laptop unless it has specific needs that you’re looking for that other models don’t. under $500 $500-$750 $750-$1000 $1000-$1300 $1300+

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