When it comes to computers and technology there is such a variety available. Today I am specifically addressing online computer retailers. It's easy enough to go to your local Best Buy or Staples or other national brand named computer retailer to purchase computers and parts, but the variety and price are not always the best. Let's face it, the stores have a lot of overhead and marketing expenses and as a result they stock product that has a higher profit margin or otherwise less variety. I completely understand that tech retail is a tuff business, after all if you buy a part today for $100 tomorrow it's only worth $80!
That is one of the main reasons I choose to purchase most of my items online. The .com's have less overhead typically and they can reflect that in their prices. When choosing an online retailer it's important to think about price, cost of shipping, security, taxes and reputation.
There are two online retailers that I have evaluated and seem to be a top notch choice. My first choice is http://www.newegg.com/
Newegg- or http://www.newegg.com/ has been online for many years and carries a fantastic variety of product. They allow feedback and ratings for their product by the customers and don't charge sales tax in most states!
The other online retailer is http://www.tigerdirect.com/
Tigerdirect or www.tigerdirect.com is a great online retailer although they do have some physical "brick and mortar" locations they also have a good variety or product.
Both retailers seem to run a very secure checkout process taking care to keep your credit card information secure. I have received better shipping rates and times from Newegg but I'm sure this will depend on where you are in relation the warehouse. Since Tigerdirect has "brick and mortar" locations you may very well be charged tax on your order depending where you live. Both websites run specials and package deals and from time to time there are some real deals to be found. The one thing I like about Tigerdirect over Newegg is their generic server selection. Generic meaning not a nation brand like Dell or HP. I have actually purchased a few servers from them and they hold up very well.
The next time you are looking to make a technology purchase give online retailers a chance to win your business I think you will be happy what you find there! As always if MDH Technologies can be of assistance please drop us a line at matt@mdhtech.com or give us a call (972) 800-9011.
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Matthew D. Hunn
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MDH Technologies
( (972) 800-9011
Thanks for the links Matt
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