When an extended warranty can make sense

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Dr. Dave says extended warranties are usually poor value but makes a reasoned exception for an expensive computer whose included phone support ends after ninety days. He compares the multi year support price with only one or two hours of technician time and considers the likely cost of a single hardware failure.

2:07 · Consulting Philosophy

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Proposed recording date: 2005-08-13. The exact broadcast date may differ.

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