How to Buy New Palm OS Applications for a Palm PDA

With the wide array of OS applications available for the Palm PDA, you can accomplish almost any task that you can on a home computer. Although most PDAs come equipped with a number of standard applications, there are many more available for purchase. Follow these steps to buy new Palm OS applications for a Palm PDA.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet access
• Computer
• Palm PDA

1. Do your homework. Research online or in consumer magazines for what OS applications best suit your needs. Determine whether they are compatible with your particular Palm PDA.

2. Browse the Internet. There are many online stores offering Palm OS applications.

3. Visit the store where you purchased your Palm PDA. They probably carry OS applications that are compatible with your Palm PDA. These stores usually have trained salespeople on hand to answer your questions.
   

4. Check the manufacturer’s Web site. They may carry OS applications for your Palm PDA, or they may carry a listing of local dealers.

5. Explore Internet auction sites such as eBay. You find discounted OS applications for your Palm PDA.

6. Compare prices at different dealers before you purchase.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask questions before purchasing any OS application to make sure it fits your needs.
• Exercise caution when purchasing from Internet auction sites. Make sure the OS application you order is new.
• Check the references of anyone who offers to sell you the Palm OS application to ensure he or she is reputable.
• When ordering over the Internet, remember to factor shipping charges and delivery time.