what is the best type of laptop to get for college?

Question

I just graduated and need to find a good one that will last hopefully all four years! Let me know what you think!

Answer 1

You'll be looking for something thats not to heavy and portable.

I had a Dell for 4 (M50) years which took me through college and university, never let me down once, and i use to have the machine on for 10 hours non-stop on most nights.

You've got the Low End machines (web browsing, generel work)

http://www1.euro.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/notebooks_good?c=uk&cs=ukdhs1&l=en&s=dhs

Mid End machines (web design, movie watching, light video CAD work, and mid-end gaming)

http://www1.euro.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/notebooks_better?c=uk&cs=ukdhs1&l=en&s=dhs

High End machines (High end gaming, Video, CAD, editing)

http://www1.euro.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/notebooks_best?c=uk&cs=ukdhs1&l=en&s=dhs

You can also easily upgrade Dell laptops (cpu, HD, Ram, and on some machines even the Graphics card)

Answer 2

It depends on your price range and what you want to do with it.
I love macs, but can not personally afford one. If money is not an issue, go buy one.
I bought a toshiba a little while ago because it was inexpensive, and it does everything I need it to do.
Figure out what you need it for and then you can get better tailored answers.
If you are going to be using it in classes and moving it a lot, then get a light one. If it will primarily be on your desk, then weight won't be much of an issue.
Will you be playing lots of games? Storing lots of pictures/music?
Just make sure it comes with what you need (wireless card? ethernet jack? 2 usb ports? etc.).
I'd get something from sony, hp/compaq, or toshiba.
Dell's are nice because you can tailor them to your needs, but I've heard mixed messages about their durability.
Have fun in college :)

Answer 3

Go for Apple. Much more stable than windows. As a student you may qualify for educational discount.

I've used both Apple and Windows for years and years. The Apples have been i) most reliable; ii) had the best support when needed (nothing's perfect).

In a recent UK newspaper...

Alexander Chancellor
Friday June 8, 2007
The Guardian

While in New York, I paid a visit to a glamorous downtown computer shop in the hope of being tempted. Although I have a laptop that works perfectly well, I wanted an excuse to buy a new one, especially as computers are much cheaper in America than they are in Britain.

With my friend, Mike, a patriotic believer in the American way of commerce, I approached one of those knowledgeable and personable young salesmen that Macintosh employs to encourage customers to part with their money.

"What kind of computer do you have?" asked the salesman. "A PowerBook G4," I replied. "A PowerBook G4?" exclaimed Mike, striking his forehead with his hand in mock horror; for he knew that I wanted to be persuaded to replace it. "That's a good machine," said the salesman. "How old is it?" "About five years," I said. "Five years old!" shrieked Mike. But the salesman said: "I'd hang on to it if I were you. It should be good for a while yet."

"Who on earth trained you to be a salesman?" asked an astonished Mike before we left the shop empty-handed; the young man just smiled. I am beginning to be worried about the future of the United States.

in: http://www.guardian.co.uk/Columnists/Column/0,,2098261,00.html

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Answer 4

I wouldn't reccommend getting a brand new one, incase it goes missing. Also, I would advise that you get it insured. I havn't started University yet (after College in the UK. I think US Colleges are what we would call a University, but I'm not sure), but this info comes from my PSHE teacher. She said that things do sometimes get stolen in Uni, even tho u wd think that everyone there is trustworthy.

Answer 5

Can I suggest that, whatever you eventually decide on, you make sure it's insured?

Make use of whatever security it provides in the way of passwords etc to prevent interference by casual passersby, and back up your vital files to a separate place, perhaps disk or flash pen. Then if it goes bang or goes missing you haven't lost all that work!

Enjoy your time at college.

Answer 6

I would highly recommend a Toshiba Satellite M65-S9092.

Answer 7

Dell and HP offer the best value. Check my link they do reviews and offer free forum advice.

Answer 8

get a macbook they last a rly long time n they can run windows if u need 2.

Answer 9

get a free laptop on this site instead of buying retail

Answer 10

mac book i just got mine today