The way PC hardware prices are increasing every year, building a PC can quickly get out of hand. Adding a few pre-owned components to your build is a tried and tested way to keep costs under control.

Sure, buying a good used PC takes a little more work, but a laptop or desktop from a few years ago can be much cheaper. And it’ll be powerful enough to browse the internet, hop on video calls and edit ...

Q: I need a new Windows PC but have almost no budget, so I’ve been thinking about buying something either refurbished or used. I don’t want to be ripped off, however. What’s the safest way for me to ...

A fraction of the cost and more powerful, what's not to love?

There are various reputable brands that specialize in building and selling custom gaming PCs, including iBuyPower, Origin PC, and Maingear. Though placing an order and unboxing a finished rig that's ...

At MacFixIt and on various Apple-related discussion and support forums, many people mention problems and odd behavior they get from recently purchased used computers. Someone will buy a computer on ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. People don't just buy consumer electronics brand-new because they want them in the best condition. New products have warranties and customer ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Barry Collins is a tech journalist writing about PCs, Macs and games. This month saw support for Windows 10 come to an end, which ...

What’s involved in refurbishing a computer? Limitations of HDD and SSD. Performance difference between refurbished computers and a new computer. My Windows laptop failed with a probable short on its ...