Computer Help and Support

Amazon was my one stop shop, for advice, brands, and cost. Not anymore.

Since the pandemic began, prices went way up, and I no longer trust the advice that Amazon gives.

I am not sure about your budget, but I would search Amazon (still), but I am increasingly impressed with BestBuy. They are clearly trying to match Amazon's pricing, with the added benefit that you can get it there and then if it is in stock (of course you have go to the store, unlike Amazon; however, they ship too.

To give you an example, we were away from home, and family member's Mac died. It turns out it was water damaged, and it would have cost several hundred dollars to fix. With a bit of searching, I found a nearby BestBuy that was selling for $200 cheaper than either the Apple Store or Amazon.

From what you describe, you don't need a super-duper fancy laptop. If this is going to be your main computer and you don't need to carry it around with you, I would get a larger screen size (e.g., 16 or 17&quot and as much memory as possible. Also, to get a good deal, consider getting a factory-reconditioned late model laptop. You can still get some good deals.

Macs are more expensive than PCs, but TEND to have less issues and less user maintenance required. Any brand should do.

Good luck.