Posted June 08, 2016
richlind33: The main problem is that all of the major retailers are craven bootlickers that won't sell "naked" PC's, but if you're willing to take the time to build your own rig, not only will you save yourself the expense of having to purchase another exorbitantly priced win license, you will also have a MUCH better system.
Desktops FTW! ;)
Indeed, that's the only way I've acquired brand new PCs is by building them customized to my needs. That's not everyone's forte nor within everyone's capabilities or patience mind you, but it gets me the best I can get for my dollar. I lucked out on not having to worry about a Windows 7 license as a friend had a license pack that worked for 3 PCs and only needed 2 of them so I got the 3rd provision for free. :) Not that I couldn't afford it or anything, but it's not so much about parting with the money as it is about who ends up receiving it. :) As it stands now, I can't see myself ever needing to buy a new Windows license again ever, which is a good feeling.Desktops FTW! ;)