[Dclug] Compaq Laptop Problems

[chuck.divine at comcast.net]

All, 

I have a Compaq Presario C500 laptop that has seen better days. 
Currently even the power connection is not working anymore. The battery is dead, but, with a good power connection, I could charge it up. I was able until recently to power up the laptop by jiggling the cord connection to the laptop. Now I can't even do that. 

Other problems include a somewhat busted hinge and a few vertical lines across the screen. As I said, the laptop has seen better days. 

I would like to have a working laptop. 

What are my options? Replace said laptop? Get it repaired someplace? Get a used, refurbished replacement? If I do replace the laptop, how can I get files off said laptop? Could someplace slip in a battery temporarily to help start up the laptop and then transfer files? 

Money is a very important factor currently. It might not be forever, but it is now. 

Best, 

Chuck Divine 
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