If you can get hold of a good secondhand computer, they are often a very good deal; the pace of technology being as it is, re-sale value of both Desktops and Laptops is low, so you can get often find yourself a bargain that will serve you well.

It’s not worth buying one that needs a lot of work to get it going though, unless you are an enthusiast and are willing to re-build it yourself with other new or second-hand parts.