My present desktop computer has lasted longer than any I've owned (knock wood). Two years has been the lifespan of my others, I think in part because of no air conditioning and all the gravel-road-dust that came in our open windows. Perhaps now that we've changed all that, my computers will all have longer life-spans.
Dell always has remarkable deals this time of year, but I just can't believe how low the prices are these days. $279 for a new desktop with 320 GB hard drive? Unbelievable! Check it out HERE. (No, this isn't a paid advertisement; I'm sure other brands have equally good deals.)
I think we paid almost $1,000 for our first computer with a six GB hard drive.
I would go ahead and buy myself a new computer right now just because it's hard to pass up a bargain, but my desktop does everything I want. I can't think of a single excuse to get another. Besides, I'm hoping this one lasts until they replace Vista with something better.
