Pre-Purchase Advice

Advice before you buy a computer

A computer is more useful when it suits the way you use it. We can help compare laptops, desktop PCs and Macs before you buy, using your everyday tasks and budget as the starting point.

Tell us about email, browsing, study, photos, work or any particular program you need. The printer, monitor and other equipment you want to keep are also part of the decision.

We explain useful differences between the options in plain English, including the specifications and software requirements that matter to you. We can also discuss whether repairing or upgrading your current computer is worth considering.

Once you have chosen a device, you can arrange help setting it up, moving files, preparing email and connecting your equipment. Buying advice and setup are services whose pricing we discuss before booking.

Laptop or desktop

We can compare the options around where you use the computer, whether it needs to travel and the tasks it must handle.

Windows PC or Mac

Discuss the programs and equipment you use and what changing systems would mean for your everyday tasks.

Specifications that matter

We explain relevant memory, storage and other requirements without expecting you to choose from technical terms alone.

Existing equipment

Consider the printer, monitor, connections and software you want to keep using with the replacement computer.

Repair or replace

Where appropriate, we can assess whether your current device could still meet your needs after suitable work.

Plan the changeover

We can discuss file transfers, email, programs and backups so the new computer can be prepared for the way you use it.

Call 1300 551 350 to discuss computer buying advice. Tell us what you need the device to do and any options you are considering. Request help online.