Negotiate your way through the PC marketplace
There is no dearth of information about PCs, both on the internet and in the printed press. But it can be so confusing and the market changes fast. Start at the Office of Fair Trading and follow the steps suggested to help you evaluate what's available and buy safely. Then take advantage of the competition and get the best from this buyer’s market.
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Buying a PC - a checklist
A computer is a big investment. Whatever your budget, you want value for money. So, once you have decided on the specification and brand, follow Trading Standards' advice to make sure your purchase is safe and the equipment reliable, with no hidden costs and a fair guarantee.
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Devising a Family Code for internet use
Buying a PC is easy; helping your children put it to constructive use may not be. A simple timing rule of an hour (or less) shared between the TV and the PC may help, but many parents have gone one step further and have devised a Family Code. This is a set of rules for internet use, drawn up in consultation with all computer-using family members. For a framework to help you get started on your own Family Code, go to ParentsCentre.
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