Even though some people say that Turkey is, in questions of technology, not a very modern place, this is not correct in relation to computer business and all related equipment. All the high tech units from motherboards
to quick memories or graphic controllers are available, if not in the local computer shop of your local dealer, in the bigger towns very easy to find. Sometimes, prices are really surprising. It is as cheap here as it is in the big specialized computer shops in Europe.
Like everywhere in the world, you can find pre-prepared computer systems in the big shopping centres or superstores as well. Even though there are low prices, there are some disadvantages you need to think about. Whenever there is a problem and you need service quickly, you may find out there is no service at the place of purchase, which means the computer must be send to the main store. This can mean weeks of waiting. A much better solution is to talk to a company specialised in building up computer systems to ensure you get the service you need. This might be a little more expensive, but, at least, you will get better, more often used components.
Lots of new settlers from foreign countries over here do not only use the computer for word processing, they need to have an internet connection used for surfing in the net or for telephoning. During the last few years, especially in the tourist areas, lots of people have managed to get a quick internet connection. Turkish Telecom has offered new systems called ADSL for this purpose. With ADSL it became possible to use the internet for telephone calls like Skype or similar programs.
Like in Europe there are changing flat rates on sale. The prices are shown in the local PTT stations. Please have in your mind when ordering ADSL it is necessary to have at least 512 kb internet speed if you want to use your system for telephone calls. After connecting with the internet, it is not just the telephone you can use. All the modern internet traffic is there, whether it is just surfing or maybe internet banking. Everything is possible.
