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Computer Help and Support

Hugh_Lebowski

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7. We sound much alike :) And that's all great advice.

Reply to slightlv (Reply #6)

Wed Sep 28, 2022, 12:02 AM

Sep 2022

I've bought lappies pre-made, but I've never bought a pre-built PC cept my very first in 1994. Built at least 50 for friends, customers, and a number for myself, which I tweak regularly.

Also I've just been using Windows Sec Essentials/Defender for a very long time now, and haven't picked up any virus or malware either. But I'm also very careful about what I do online, I 'know what to look for' after all these years. AND I'm the only one who uses my computer. Key component

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Recommendation on upgrading [View all] cilla4progress Sep 2022 OP

It is likely that your computer meets reasonable speed Tetrachloride Sep 2022 #1

A little specialized sw cilla4progress Sep 2022 #2

No idea personally. Hopefully someone can advise Tetrachloride Sep 2022 #3

The only reason I wouldn't do it is that you're too busy to deal with a learning curve Hugh_Lebowski Sep 2022 #4

Thanks, Hugh. cilla4progress Sep 2022 #5

I find the interface to be a bit more intrusive slightlv Sep 2022 #6

We sound much alike :) And that's all great advice. Hugh_Lebowski Sep 2022 #7