Trying before buying

[frostyspecs]

I am well aware of distance selling when I can return a item in not happy withit in a few days, but if I want to buy a PC in some if not all national storesI cannot try the thing out as they say they are not connected to the internet. How do I stand if when I get it home and not happy with it can I take it back within days and get my money back, not a credit note.
Smetimes it makes me feel that I should have a law degree before buying a loaf of bread. You would not buy a coat without trying it on first.

[bednobs]

your internet experience will depend largely on what browser you use and who provides your connection, not what machine you have

[wildwood]

If you take a PC home and try it, it is deemed secondhand and leaves traces on the hard drive of your activity, even if you delete whatever you added since getting it.

Most computers come with an operating system (installed) and are ready for the new user to enter their personal detail and register the O/S with the supplier.

I dare say you would not be able to return some other items like knickers to a store if you don't like them after trying them on. Try returning a DVD/CD after you've had it home and don't like it.

[TTG]

Find the model you like and search on net for reviews.