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Satisfied customers

“It's been a godsend! I'd have been stuck to know how to keep him happy... I would have been struggling.”

Heather

Heather is full time carer of her teenage grandson. She finds that having an internet-connected computer in the house makes the relationship much easier to manage.

She handles his computer use responsibly, and he, in turn, helps her with her internet searches. As a result, she feels able to say, "It's a good life. I shouldn't complain. I'm quite sorted."

“It's very good. All the information we need is right at our fingertips and it can save a lot of money.”

Robert

Robert likes to get a good deal so he was keen to buy a computer through the Get Online @ Home scheme.

It was already a good price, but Robert was chuffed that he got a further discount because he gets pension credit.

It hasn't taken long for Robert to see some return on his investment. He's already saved money by shopping around online for different prices. His wife and granddaughter have also been getting good use out the computer – it's become a real family asset.

“This is a great deal, and it's only right that other people should know about it.”

Linda

Linda was determined to get her whole family online. Her family is on benefits so Linda was quick to take advantage of the Get Online @ Home scheme.

Now the kids are getting more familiar with computers. Linda, too was soon using the computer to engage with her extended family - a brother who lives forty miles away, and her two older daughters living away from home.

Now that she's sorted her own family out, Linda has been spreading the word about Get Online @ Home to other parents. She's also using her new computer to help raise money for the school

“It's been brilliant. I'm really chuffed with it - it's affordable, effective, and does what it says on the tin.”

Christina and Bria

Bria (11) needs to go online to get her secondary school homework. Bria's mum, Christina, didn't want Bria starting secondary school on the back foot. But income support and being a single parent meant that even buying the cheapest computer from the High Street just wasn't an option.

The Get Online @ Home computer offer means that Bria can now study with all the available resources on the internet. Christina goes online to get great money-saving ideas.

“I say to people who are on their own, 'get a computer, you can make so many friends'.”

Pauline

Pauline would be lost without her computer. She was devastated when her old computer died and she couldn't afford a new one. It had become a real lifeline while she recovered from a major brain haemorrhage.

Thanks to a new computer through Get Online @ Home, Pauline feels connected again to friends, family and the wider world.

She can also keep up with the computer games that help stimulate her brain since her operation.

“I wouldn't have minded an instruction book on it, but with Windows 7 the computer tells you how to do it.”

Cyril

Cyril didn't want to be unemployed for long when an injury ended his bricklaying career. So he decided to go freelance as a National Vocational Qualification assessor in his old trade.

Cyril knew he'd need a computer with internet access if he was going to get ahead in a new job. Being on Jobseeker's Allowance meant he qualified for a subsidised deal through Get Online @ Home, so he jumped at the chance.Cyril had some experience with computer years ago but has taught himself a lot more skills since getting the new computer.

Other Customer Stories

Our 'no nonsense', affordable

Desktop Computer

£149

Available to anyone!

£99

Available to people receiving certain benefits and to charities.
Which benefits apply?

desktop pc
Your computer will be similar to the one shown in the photograph above

Our 'no nonsense', affordable

Laptop Computer

£199

Available to anyone!

£169

Available to people receiving certain benefits and to charities.
Which benefits apply?

laptop
Your laptop will be similar to the one shown in the photograph above

Should you get a Desktop or a Laptop Computer?
Click here if you need help choosing

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Desktop Computers Laptop Computers
Setting up As the name suggests, you'll need a desk or table-top to set up. There are a few more wires and cables than with a laptop but it's all pretty easy. Takes up very little space at all so no need for an office set up.

All you need is a power socket, there are no extra cables.
Internet To get the internet on your desktop computer you plug a cable from a device called a modem/router which in turn plugs into your phone line. Plugs into a modem/router in the same way as a desktop computer but in order to take full advantage of laptop portability you can get a 'wireless' modem/router which allows you to roam around the hosue without trailling cables.
Portability Desktop computers are fairly easy to take apart and move when you need to but the different bits can be quite heavy. It's best to set up and leave desktop computers in one place. Laptops are very portable indeed, some more so than others...

If stock is available we may give you the choice between a bigger screen (15" and above) or a smaller screen (14" and below).

A bigger screen means your laptop will be heavier and not as easy to carry around, but text on the screen will be easier to read.

Laptops with smaller screens are much lighter and easy to move around but the size of everything on the screen will be reduced though, so it may be harder to read.
Price A bit cheaper A bit more expensive
Fixing It can be easier, quicker and cheaper to fix or replace anything that goes wrong with a desktop computer since the mouse, keyboard, screen and computer are all separate. Laptops can be more difficult and expensive to fix because everything is built into one device.
Upgrading It's easy to change the different parts if you decide you need a bigger screen or a new keyboard or mouse.

Desktops aren't so fiddly inside so it's easier to upgrade the insides, like adding more memory to make it faster or improving the storage space. 		You can't change the screen size on a laptop and it's not very easy to make changes to its insides.

But you can plug in a bigger keyboard, a mouse or even a bigger, second screen.
Other things? Instead of a mouse, laptops have a either a 'trackpad' or a mini 'joystick' which allow you to use your finger to control the arrow on the screen. These can take a bit of getting used to, but you can always plug in a mouse if you prefer.

What can you do with your computer?
We've included lots of excellent software. It's all set up and ready to go

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Your computer can do some amazing things!

  • Send emails
  • Write letters
  • Watch films
  • Video call friends anywhere in the world
  • View and edit photos
  • Listen to music from around the world
  • Do your shopping and get it delivered
  • View millions of websites
  • Much much more...

Just some of the software

  • The latest version of Microsoft software (Windows 7)
  • Microsoft software for documents, emails, messaging, pictures and more
  • Security software from Microsoft to keep you safe online
  • Accessibility software to make it easier for anyone to see, hear and use a computer
  • All inclusive, no subscriptions
  • All pre-installed and ready to use

We've included everything you'll need to get started. It's all free, no subscriptions.

We've also included software that makes it easy for people to use visual and other impairments to use computers. Check the list of accessibility software

What's in the box?
See what hardware and accessories you'll get

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All of our computers are as good as, or better than, the specification below. You can expect to get:

Desktop Computer:

  • A refurbished computer designed to do the basics VERY well
  • 15" flat screen monitor
  • Keyboard & mouse
  • CD drive and USB ports
  • P4 2GHz processor, 1Gb RAM, 40Gb hard drive
  • 30 day warranty, telephone helpline and a useful "Quick Start Guide" booklet

Laptop Computer:

Please note: Different screen sizes may be available. If you are unsure about what you want please call us instead of buying online and one of our support team will help you

  • This is a refurbished computer designed to do all the basics VERY well
  • 30 day warranty, telephone helpline and a friendly "Quick Start" Guide booklet
  • Minimum of 1 Hour standby battery life
  • Web camera either built in or included
  • USB ports
  • Celeron processor, 1Gb RAM, 40Gb hard drive

Connecting to the internet at home

What are your choices?

12 to 18 month 'Fixed line' broadband contracts are best for most people. They're fast, cheap, reliable and come through your existing telephone line or cable connection. Our friendly broadband comparison experts, Simplify Digital, can you find the best deals on our Internet Deals page. Special offer
An additional £50 discount on your computer or Laptop if you buy with TalkTalk broadband and phone at the same time We've teamed up with TalkTalk and Simplify Digital to provide an additional £50 discount off the cost of your PC or laptop when you call them to sign up to TalkTalk broadband and phone.
Even better, and exclusive for Get Online, this TalkTalk deal is just £5/month for 12 months (normally £6.50), and includes a welcome credit of up to £50 to cover any set up costs! Read more about this special offer

Mobile Internet

Great for laptops

'Mobile' broadband is best for those who want to connect their laptops to the internet when away from home or don't want a 'fixed line' contract at home.
We've teamed up with Three to offer a 'dongle', a small device that plugs into your computer and connects wirelessly to the internet.

£19 gets you 1 gigabyte of data for 1 month

It's pay as you go (PAYG) so you can top it up when you run out of allowance. You'll need to check mobile coverage in your area.
We are unable to offer this in conjunction with the TalkTalk special offer. Check mobile coverage

Decide what you want and see the final price

Total price

£199

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Or telephone 03719 100 100

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