Just as important is what is on the machine, software wise.
If it's a big box store machine, there is likely lots of bloatware that should be removed.

This is why I still go through the trouble of building my own machines.
Well that, and so far, for many years, I always seem to have a Windows license available.
I obtained a W7 license that was good for 3 machines and have rotated it through 5 or 6 of them over the years. I also got a W8 license from work (we're MS partners so get special deals/considerations).
Even if I buy a laptop from a Big Box store (or online), I'll likely wipe it and re-install a clean OS without all the junk that came with it.

Last edited by rharv; 06/16/17 01:11 PM.
I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!