My old laptop is broken so I want to get a new one, what should I look for (spec, brand etc) and where can I get the best deal?
2007-06-02 12:18:53 · 11 answers · asked by NightOwl 5 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Dell Inspiron series. Look for In tel core 2 duo processor, minimum of 1gb ram 256Mb graphics card.
2007-06-02 17:36:18 · answer #1 · answered by kwilfort 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly, while price is important, it is not the only consideration. How valuable is your time to you? If you value your time then you should consider Apple. Talk to some Apple users and visit an Apple store. Apple users tend to be the most satisfied.
If you are in education then you qualify for Apple education discount, so don't be put off by the initial prices. However, even after discount you will be able to find a cheaper windows machine. However, low price is soon forgotten if you get poor performance - it's worth paying a bit more for years of good performance.
If you really need to run Windows stuff then you should know that this can be done on Apples.
I'm not saying that Apple would be best for you, just don't rule them out without finding out.
2007-06-03 06:21:02 · answer #2 · answered by philipscown 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whats the problem with youre old laptop? You know youre supposed to hand them back after your 5 minutes...
Prior to purchasing, you should check the all the digits are in the right place and its a high spec model. It should be at least 16 years old..(This is very important.)
You can get a good deal in Thailand although the motherboard may turn out to have a knob too many.
I suggest you buy a Stringfellows2000.
2007-06-02 19:37:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
For bang for the buck Dell is hard to beat. Look for their coupon deals. You can now get a E1505 with core duo on sale for under 700.
2007-06-03 05:15:02 · answer #4 · answered by lueeluee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try www.dell.co.uk/outlet and whatever laptop you buy make sure it has a minimum R A M of 2 g You can purchase at realistic prices from www.crucial.com
2007-06-03 04:43:21 · answer #5 · answered by D G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get a Toshiba laptop from Best Buy.
2007-06-03 11:55:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Minimum specs
Dual Core processor
2GB memory
80GB hard drive or more
14" screen or more
DVD Rewriter
Wireless
Windows XP if you can get one
2007-06-02 19:50:11 · answer #7 · answered by Cupcake 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just came across a site that sends you a laptop for free! I'm ordering mine right now, it's a Sony VAIO and it looks really hot!
2007-06-02 20:22:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a Dell??
go to www.dell.com and configure the laptop you want.
Sony Vaio is also good.
2007-06-02 19:40:40 · answer #9 · answered by ... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tiger Direct.com has some great deals on laptops, witch can be sorted by price range and make.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/Category/category_tlc.asp?CatId=17
What i would recommend for a casual computer user:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2872063&CatId=2511
Something higher end
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2853541&CatId=2511
2007-06-02 19:28:57 · answer #10 · answered by kettlecheese 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋