Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of gaming consoles that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Console type - handheld or standard
- Memory and speed - gigahertz and RAM
- Range of games available - educational, action, strategy, sports
- Networking options - solo, multiple, online
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new gaming console is the “perfect fit” for you.
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- Why do I need a gaming console? Do I want to be mobile?
- What memory capacity do I want?
- Do I want to play online?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular gaming console meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Connections - S-video, composite video, HDMI out
- Game Media - Blu-ray disc, DVD, CD
- Graphics - alpha blending, anisotrophic filtering, bump mapping
- Accessories - memory card slot, USB ports, Firewire port
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the gaming console and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing gaming consoles to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which gaming console is the best value for money?
- Which has the best memory, speed and graphics?
- Which console suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy gaming consoles and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, over the phone, mail order, department store or specialty store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - return policies, guarantees, insurance
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