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Installing on a new laptop
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Scott_Gates <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:26:14 -0600
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OK, If I needed a desktop, I'd just roll my own. Probably starting with 
something bare-bones from TigerDirect.

I'm thinking of buying a new laptop, rather than just recycling old ones, 
like I have been. 

I have HEARD there are issues with trying to install on computers with 
Windows8 already installed--the only source I have of "CHEAP" laptops.  
Basically a Wal-mart or Best-buy boxes that I can get in the $250-$400 range.

Does anybody have experience with this?  Yeah, I know I'll be Voiding the 
Warranty--but, I need a laptop for real work--not socializing or net 
flicking.  You know what I mean.

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