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A Branded PC is one that is manufactured by a company that
is recognized by name. It will be a reputed company.

Advantages : -

1) Customer Support
If you were experiencing problems with your computer, you
will have an option to contact a representative of the
company that you purchased your PC from, to get help in
solving your problem.

2) Warranty -
Having a warranty is always a nice security blanket for you.

In case a part of your computer fails, you should be able to
get the item fixed at no charge provided the warranty has not
expired.

3) Pre-installed software -
Many companies will include software packages that are all
set up and ready to begin.

Although, there is a disadvantage here too. You generally
end up with pre-installed software that more than fits your
needs and usually results in wastage of disk space and other
resources (if they are running in the background).
4) Additional Support -
Most branded computer companies are also able to provide web sites that may provide you with the latest patches
and software updates needed for your computer.


Disadvantages -

1) Use of proprietary parts -
It refers to the products that are unique to that company only.

So if a part malfunctions after your warranty and you need to replace it, you will not be able to find that part at your
local computer store.

You will be forced to buy the exact same OLD product for a premium price.

Also, having to purchase this,  you wont be able to find it even in their stores. So you will have to order it and then
wait for a long time for it to arrive.

Or you will have to send your entire computer to the authorized dealer for that company.

2) Integrated on-board parts -
Usually, these Branded PCs come with onboard sound and graphics. They wont have room for an expansion slot.
That means if you have a damaged onboard graphics, you cannot replace it. And if its unrepairable, you will have to
change the entire motherboard just for a damaged graphic media accelerator.



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