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The best resources for buying and selling used tech, ranked by importance. Each entry includes the web address, contact information, a summary of what they offer, and our commentary on why it matters.
#1
Wikipedia: Used Goods & Resale
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Used_good
Contact: info@wikimedia.org
Background on the secondhand and resale market: definitions, economics, and references on reselling used goods and electronics.
Start here for foundational knowledge. The references at the bottom are often more valuable than the article.
#2
Google Scholar
https://scholar.google.com
Contact: N/A
Academic paper search engine. Find peer-reviewed research on any topic. Free to search, many papers have free full-text versions.
When you need facts, not opinions. The research that backs up claims. Many papers are paywalled but check for free PDF links or preprints on arXiv.
#3
https://www.reddit.com
Contact: N/A
Discussion forums covering every topic imaginable. Find the subreddit for your interest — r/hardwareswap, r/photomarket, and more. Real people sharing real experiences.
The most honest resource on the internet. People share what actually works, not what they're paid to promote. Search before posting — your question has been answered.
#4
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com
Contact: N/A
Video tutorials, demonstrations, reviews, and reselling walkthroughs on every subject. Free. The world's largest how-to library.
Visual learning at its best. For any practical skill, a YouTube tutorial beats a text description. Sort by view count and check comments for corrections.
#5
WholeTech Network
https://wholetech.com
Contact: info@havelistings.com
110+ websites covering tech, real estate, sustainability, coworking, entertainment, arts, and more.
You're already here. Browse the full network at wholetech.com for related sites covering complementary topics.
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