Desktops forum: Poll: Which desktop computer "brand name" do you prefer?

The IBM boxes you refer to are now LENOVO - or China's best kept secret!

Or are you referring to older IBM machines prior to the sale; with that I agree with everything you say -- I have 3 older laptops - they just work and I have never had a problem; plus I like the "tracking" device in the middle of the keyboard.

Fasteddi

http://magic.roosterteeth.com/archive/episode.php?id=256
Its hilarious.

It is a good thing your Acer hasn't given you any problems. When I bought mine last month, it had a bad sound card. In order to repair it, I would have to mail the entire computer to the depot and then they will take 7-10 business days to repair it, so, with using priority mail (I live in the US Virgin Islands), I would be without a computer for a month. This is no way to run a business and I will never buy another Acer; consequently, I can't recommend Acer to anyone else. There were other problems, too, with the pre-installed software. Frankly, I found Acer to be a nightmare unless you live in the same town as the depot.

Everyone likes their breakfast, lunch, dinner, Clothing, Music, Etc. a certain way.
Why shouldn't OUR Computer System be made the way WE want???
From the case on, there are choices, choices, choices.
YET, my wife gets frustrated in the "Cereal" aisle, because......"TOO many CHOICES"!!!
I want to know each and every component in MY system, (I have someone build it for me), but I choose (Or have suggested) what drive, RAM, Videro Card, How many Fans, Drives, Etc. I want, THEN, when I'm done (And my wallet is crying for mercy, I choosw what case I want.
See-Through, Lit??, Am I going to carry it? (Oh NO, it stays PUT)
But my biggest factor is "EXPANDIBILITY"!!!!!!
My system has some components 9Including the case), that going on ten years old now.
It has four fans, a upgraded 500GB HD, Wonderful new Flat Screen Monitor, have gone through keyboards like my wife goes through pantyhose (Anyone else NOW despise Wireless keyboards)??
When it comes time to "Start Over", I am confident that much of what I am using now will be utilized, and as far as... Ahem, UH, TECH support....., Well, the guy or GAL, who built the system for me, has all of the component criteria at their fingertips, no "MYSTERY" gear that's "Sorry, you can only use OUR parts with OUR Components" runaround.
NOW, if there is need for MULTIPLE systems say as for a Office app, THEN, I would have to say "DELL", because as a "Temp", I am in many many many offices, and the vast majority is DELL.
Now, If I can only convince my wife that "Alienware" really will make the internet a "Smoother, Faster, Cheaper" place to be......

I build my own PC's for a number of reasons:
1. A new PC with the features I build in would cost considerably more.
2. I use Ubuntu Linux. Most new PC's come with Vista or XP pre-installed. I have no need of these so have no desire to pay royalties to Microsoft.
3. In my experience hardware problems are very rare. Most issues that I had problems with back in my Windows days related to software weaknesses. These are also not a problem, and any questions are quickly answered by a very active forum.

I am running a 64bit 6400+ AMD dual core processor with a Radeon 2600 video.

Basic Dell today, with Michael back at the helm can't be beat IMHO just bought two more 3/11 Duo core Intel 2.2 GHZ 2MB RAM, 250 HD 20" flat panel analog, Dual Optical 48X CD/ Burner and 16x DVD+/DVD-, Integrated graphics, 10/100 NIC, XP 499.00 each delivered........just cant get a better deal than this and a 1 year warranty

I've heard many people put down emachine computers before (including the salesman that sold me mine), but honestly my $500 T3092 that I bought 3 & 1/2 years ago has been spectacular. I have had ZERO problems with it, and even if it explodes in another year...who cares! It was still half the price of a Dell/HP/etc. and it's time to upgrade anyway. I only wish they still made Laptops, I'd buy one in a heartbeat for my next computer.

After building 3 computers for people in the house, I would not be of a mind to buy a ready-made brand name for personal use. It's a real breath of fresh air to not have the crap/shovel ware that is loaded on brand name computers. The primary tech support is immediately at hand and I might only have to deal with MicroSoft or some other vendor on a small issue.
I have an intimate knowledge of the components and software with no need to send the PC to the factory or turn it over to a repair service.
When I may indeed have questions, I don't have to wait on hold ad infitum for an answer, they're mostly available on-line and very quick and easy to get.

Hello everybody, this is my first reply here in CNET forums, and I was just interested in the poll. I preffer to build my own computer, I select the cabin, the motherboard, and such hardware items, as well as sources and stuff, they are customized to my needs. For me, and I think that for many too, the best thing to do is to build your own computer, if you know what you're doing of course. Thanks for reading!
Martn

The HP machines are more friendly with restore cds and waranty. I like the AMD HP machines. Support Ok.
Dell is easy to back WinXP because DellOEM cd with XP can be installed instead Vista without activation. -believe me, too much ask by downgrade-
The Cons of Dell is some tower/desktop models are ugly design. But support Ok.

eMachines is nice and good style. Price is better. At this time i never needed support.

Lets set a clear point: well made things are precious monuments from that hidden and beautiful side of human being. Firms and their brands are after our money, but when that is done with the quality reward to consumers, that is simply wonderful. Apple does that job quite like that, and also for quite a long time. Then I love LINUX and open source; it lives well with Apple. Then I need Windows too; it runs on Apple. Sure, Apple does play some bad tricks, but that happens one in a thousand of times you times, and on my personal experience it has never happen to damage my work. Thank you Mr. Jobs, commerce is a wild land and may make also of you to act as a wild and nasty person, but I understand you and support your brand.

Previously I have always had - and - furthermore recommended Dell Systems. From My Early PII 300Ghz & 1GHz PIII. This being in the main because they have always been very reliable and reasonably priced. Looking now however this seems to have changed with the Dell web site basically going all out to snare the would be buyer to parting with hard earned cash - not on system components but on warranties etc...You seem to have now pay through the nose for what was once expected. Additionally I have found that upgrading system components through Dell is very expensive. This time I have therfore decided to try a build my own - with a specification I require for my needs - we will see if this was worth the gamble [assuming I do not trash any components during the build process !!]

Regards

Paul Mitchell

Mine is a custom built, "No Name."
I got it, because:

a. I know the builder.
b. I respect his opinion.
c. He is a technoid, not a sales rep!
d. He shopped around for the most modern hardware (nothing, past its use-by date!).

Regards,
Mick2222

I have always build my own machines, (Well... Since about 1996 when I first started!). Although I do appreciate that computer system manufacturers build machines suitable for most everyday users, that will work for most purposes and programs, I do think that if you are looking for a computer that can work well for customized/specific uses/programs, then a custom computer works best. You can change what you want within the pc without having problems for example; invalidating the warremty on your machine, or problems locating drivers that can be accepted by the manufacturer of the machine. Also as the subject states above, if you know or have an idea what you put into your built machine, you usually know what you'll get out and/or what you'll have to do to upgrade it.