How to Buy a Used Mac Computer
Used Mac computers are available for purchase from a variety of online and brick-and-mortar retailers. However, the most reliable way to purchase a used Mac is through Apple's certified refurbished shop.
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Certification
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You can purchase used Mac computers that are "refurbished" and officially certified from Apple's website. When purchased this way, computers automatically come with a one-year warranty. If not purchased directly from Apple, used Mac computers have no official certification and thus can be a more risky acquisition.
Sources
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Places to buy a used Mac include Apple's website, Internet auction sites such as eBay, and local used computer dealers. See the Resources section for a listing of used Mac dealers.
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Cost
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Although you may get a lower price for used Macs through unofficial dealers, these dealers may also end up charging more than the computers are worth. Consider comparing the pricing of used Mac computers not sold through the Apple site to prices of the certified refurbished computers Apple offers as a check before purchasing.
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