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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Fast Learner" data-source="post: 1557759" data-attributes="member: 649">Or not. I've purchased 6 different Dells over the years and only one machine had any problems whatsoever, and the Dell guy was out to my house the very same day and fixed it. I haven't had to spend one second thinking about how my PCs were doing. Dell uses standard parts (unlike the morons at Compaq) so you can easily upgrade or change your machine at will.Dell's are excellent, and they have absolutely outstanding service (best in the industry). I cannot recommend them highly enough.FWIW, I spend about 3 or 4 hours a week helping my friends fix their homemade PCs: it's not a lack of knowledge, it's about knowing what's important to you. For me the time required to spec out, build, and maintain my own PCs is much better spent either earning money or engaging in leisure activities, like gaming. In my opinion, building your own PC is the perfect activity for people who enjoy building their own PCs, and is a tremendous waste of time and effort for those who don't. If you value your time and sense of peace more than messing around with your PC, Dells are oustanding.</blockquote>