What to buy? Laptop needed
Dec 15, 2010 | 12:53 AM
#24
Because I said so.
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Honestly if what Mark mostly does is browse the web and such, there is no reason for him to spend the money and re-learn Apple products. HP/Dell typically have way too much factory installed software for my tastes, Lenovo is not quite as bad.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
Dec 15, 2010 | 01:07 AM
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This is the man's leisure computer and you all are suggesting Dell XPS and Lenovo Thinkpads? He does not game on it or use it as a hardcore business machine. I don't see why you wouldn't get a Mac. You can always run Windows in virtual if you really need it (you won't) and the MS Office 2011 works much better than previous Mac office versions. The computer really just works, no frills, fast, easy to use.
My dad who was always against Macs and worried about the switch got himself a 15" MBPro this year as his main business laptop. He has no intention of going back. Go for a 13" MBPro, you will not be disappointed.
My dad who was always against Macs and worried about the switch got himself a 15" MBPro this year as his main business laptop. He has no intention of going back. Go for a 13" MBPro, you will not be disappointed.
I do have a Dell XPS now. Vista it's just too small and I might want something bigger.
Honestly if what Mark mostly does is browse the web and such, there is no reason for him to spend the money and re-learn Apple products. HP/Dell typically have way too much factory installed software for my tastes, Lenovo is not quite as bad.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
shit why can't it be cut and dried. like cars buy a porsche or ferrari if you want good and lambo if you want #R@#$
Dec 15, 2010 | 01:32 AM
#26
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Honestly if what Mark mostly does is browse the web and such, there is no reason for him to spend the money and re-learn Apple products. HP/Dell typically have way too much factory installed software for my tastes, Lenovo is not quite as bad.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
I would recommend an Asus laptop with a Core i3 or core i5 processor, 4GB of Ram, a decent size hard drive and something that isn't too heavy. Asus makes a quality product and has very high ratings.
Dec 15, 2010 | 01:37 AM
#28
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I forgot to add. Once you figure out your specs, look for a laptop that a) wont burn your lap (my old Toshiba was hot as hell) b) is nice and lite weight (Dell's seem heavy to me) c) aren't too flimsy. This is a tool for me and it slips out of my hands all the time. d) make sure the keyboard is comfortable for your size hands.
Here is a great resource...
Laptop Reviews - Notebook Reviews and Netbook Computer News & Reviews
Here is a great resource...
Laptop Reviews - Notebook Reviews and Netbook Computer News & Reviews
Dec 15, 2010 | 01:39 AM
#29
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Point made! He can spend the extra bucks and get the best laptop experience out there.