A good time to buy a new computer

A good time to buy a new computer

With the introduction of Windows Vista, computer manufacturers have seen a big drop in sales.

Would-be computer buyers are sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what problems Vista might bring, and they are just not buying computers.

This has resulted in a huge glut of unsold computer inventory going all the way back to the manufacturers.

In an effort to get rid of the excess inventory, computer manufacturers (including Dell, Apple, Sony and HP), are significantly reducing prices.

For example, as of this morning Dell is offering a Dimension E520 Desktop with 2.8GHz Dual Core, 1Gig Ram, 80GB hard drive, and a 19-inch LCD Monitor for $469 with free shipping.

The monitor alone is worth $200 - so it is like getting a new Dell computer for $269.

Dell is also offering a dual core notebook with 1 gig ram, 80 gig hard drive, dvd burner, wifi and more for $599.

These kinds of deals will be available until the manufacturers reduce their inventory - then the prices will go back up.

So, if you are in the market for a PC, now is a good time to buy - as long as you seek out and take advantage of the big price reduction sales.

And as I mentioned in last weeks tip, the best place to find deals like the ones above are:

http://www.dealhack.com http://www.techbargains.com http://www.dealcatcher.com