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admit that HP (for example) is the best, reliability-wise, yet I have purchased quite a few of their computers and major peripherals over the past 20 years, and I have experienced an approximate 40% (!) defective rate during the one-year warranty period, more than 30% falling within the first three months.

Dale, perhaps it's time for you to seek out a new career. Check that LA "Not a real paper" Times for things like "car wash assistant needed" and good luck.