Properly refurbished desktop and laptop computers can still serve your basic computing needs at a fraction of a new machine cost.

Before you start your search, there are two things you need to consider:

1. Make sure it’s refurbished by an accredited technician

Microsoft’s accreditation process means that the computers have been checked to a high standard and that they also come with a legitimate full version of Windows and Microsoft Office so you’re ready to go.

2. Check the warranty

Like any IT purchase, quality refurbished computers will also come with a warranty, so if there are any issues they can be addressed by the supplier or refurbisher.

If it’s time to upgrade your computers or add to your fleet, refurbished desktops, laptops and tablets can be a real money-saver.