Refurbishment is the process of maintenance or minor repair of an item, either aesthetically or mechanically. Computers and laptops are usually refurbished because they it did not initially pass quality standards of the manufacturer. They then fix or rectify the unit and sell it at a discount price (Up to 30% off). Most of them carry a 30 day store warranty and a 90 day with the manufacturer. Open-box, returned and/or repaired electronics of all kinds are frequently sold as refurbished, almost always with a guarantee of functionality and at a small discount. Refurbishment is especially common with more expensive types of electronics such as video game consoles and computer monitors. likely because these items have relatively high return rates (attributed to a combination of buyer's remorse and the fact that the categories of electronics have a direct cost-to-complexity relationship: complex gadgets are more likely than a simpler ones to have one or two defective components) and benefit more, sales-wise, from price-proportional discounts than cheaper items. Buying refurbished electronics is an excellent way to go if you are looking for overall value. Buying new is safe but expensive and in a world that has become much smaller with the use of the internet, why pay retail? Buying used may save you money, but often leaves you with a product that has visible wear, has not been properly maintained, and has no warranty. Products that have been properly refurbished by the manufacturer come sealed in the box with all of the original accessories, manuals, etc. The experts that originally designed the product have given it special attention to ensure that there are no defects both visually and internally. Because of this special attention given to these items, the defect rate is typically 1.5% less then identical new products being sold. In the end you are left with a product that is less likely to have problems at an excellent price, all backed with a manufacturers warranty. Steal Smart International is one excellent source for new and refurbished electronics, is located in Southern California, and ships to most locations world wide. Steal Smart prides it self in being able to offer some of the lowest pricing on the internet backed by outstanding customer service.