i want to buy a macbook soon, and i know there are things like wireless internet costs. what are some other things that you have to pay for, whether they are monthly or at buy time?
2007-08-05 04:27:15 · 6 answers · asked by musiclover021 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
just to say- i would like to use my laptop at home, really.
also, why would i not need anti-virus software? if anyone could answer that question it would be helpful!
2007-08-05 04:58:30 · update #1
You must spend your money for the best brand.
As I know HP and Dell are the best in laptops for a long time and they are very reliable too. I trusted HP and I bought a HP laptop 2 years before, and still like the day I bought it. Didn't even have to service it at least once up to now.
I recommend you to buy a HP (with experience) or Dell laptop.
On www.hp.com you can even customize your laptop. And also you can check the price.
2007-08-07 21:52:25 · answer #1 · answered by Nadun 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to have an internet connection of some sort, which means (as a rule) a subscription to some sort of service; you will probably also need CDs/DVDs for storage. A spare battery can be a good thing to have; also, you may want a mouse to use instead of the stupid little touch-pad (they wear out fast). Laptops get hot quickly, so if you're actually going to use one in your lap, a cooling pad is practically a necessity. None of these except the first two is mandatory, but I find that's what most people want.
2007-08-05 11:36:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you don't need anti-virus software, as long as you have an internet service provider, you are set. If you have DSL or a cable modem, you would need to pay extra for that. If you get for instance, Verizon DSL, you pay a flat monthly fee and you do not get charged for your time on the internet, it is unlimited. Verizon will also be your internet service provider, so you wouldn't have to pay extra. Same goes with Roadrunner etc.
2007-08-05 11:39:57 · answer #3 · answered by Kahless 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing else really unless you want some accessories:
cordless mouse from Logitech-nice to have and faster than using the touchpad-runs $20-30
travel bag/cover-to protect your PC and holds stuff-Targus makes nice selection $14-25
mousepad-cheap $1-10
any software you might want to buy
Enjoy the MAC!
2007-08-05 11:37:35 · answer #4 · answered by wisedrdave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on where you live there are a lot of coffee shop and other places you have internet access for free. You will want to buy a good carrying case.
2007-08-05 11:31:19 · answer #5 · answered by the_wayward1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if u have broadband u can get a wireless router and be connected to the internet wen in range of it.
2007-08-05 11:31:21 · answer #6 · answered by Jake 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋