VanLUG Email Archive
On 12 Aug 1998, Brian Edmonds wrote:
> Geoff Smith <
> writes:
> > I've got $2000 to spend on computers for my company, and I'd like to
> > know what computer stores are good for value and maintenance.
>
> I've bought all my computers from Varsity, just west of Alma on 10th.
> You'll pay a bit more, but I find them technically competent and honest,
> something all too often missing in other stores. I've had Bill (the
> owner) talk me out of giving him money for a system when prices were
> expected to drop on the equipment within a couple weeks.
>
> Of course, they'll probably blanch if you mention Linux, but they do
> have pricing for systems without OS right on their basic price list. I
> probably give them ulcers, but they still like me.
>
> Brian.
>
Ditto for Impaq computers at 44th and East Boulevard. They have sold a
few systems with Linux. They are not always the cheapest but back up what
they sell. They often have used computers at reduced prices. You have to
ask though and sometimes wait for old computers.
Simon