im 16 and thinking of getting a laptop.. doesnt matter what kind..my parents are splitting up so i thought id give my new desktop to my mom instead of her buying a new one.. it would also be easier to carry with me when going from one parents house to another and have my personal stuff with me always.... and then me getting a laptop out of my college money .. and use my laptop through college in 3 years.. do u think i should get it in college ill just need it for internet and typing papers.. is it worth it to wait 3 years for a new one exactly the same as if i got one now?
2007-08-22 06:48:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Sorry to hear your parents are splitting up....it's no fun for any one.
Now is a great time to buy a notebook because of the back to school deals that are all over the place. If you are wanting it to last a few years until you go off to college, don't go for a low end model. You may as well spend the extra to get a good one.....
2007-08-22 06:56:47 · answer #1 · answered by JMKyler3 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since Windows Vista just came out, Microsoft won't have another desktop OS update for at least three years, so you'll be fine in that aspect. The biggest change in three years will be in the hardware, but if you are just looking for something for getting online and writing papers, the current hardware out now is more than sufficient for many, many years to come.
I am still using a 7-year-old Gateway desktop computer. Of course I've upgraded a few things over the years, but it is working well still. I work in IT, so I know what is out there, but I don't play 3D games or anything too demanding so my system is fine for me.
Anyway, I like this Gateway: http://www.gateway.com/retail/mx8738.php. It has a 17" screen AND a numeric keypad which is nice if you have to type a lot of numbers.
2007-08-22 14:08:31 · answer #2 · answered by DragonJuice 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear about the divorce, I hope you have someone you can talk to about that
As far as getting a laptop I think that would be a great choice get it today don't delay just make sure that you get a good one. Do not settle for el cheapo
In three years when you get ready to go to college your computer should be fine.
2007-08-24 00:06:54 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the day you buy a laptop,its already out of date.
technology is moving that fast my wifes laptop (acer travelmate230)is 4years old runs xp home and is still ok for most of todays apps.she writes letters, surfs net and chats to mates.
hope all is well and you will find it an easy way to keep in touch with your parents.
good luck mate
2007-08-22 14:02:37 · answer #4 · answered by gr0undh0gd4y 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tough stuff, divorces are terrible.
Chances are in 3 years you can get a way better machine for the same price. I'd hold out, especially if you don't need it right now.
2007-08-22 13:54:39 · answer #5 · answered by ryantothemaxx 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you buy it now, it will be slow compared to the ones that come out in three years for the same price.
2007-08-22 13:57:54 · answer #6 · answered by Nemo the geek 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. It is worth it to buy a laptop now. You should get a Toshiba Satellite M65-S9092. I have one, and I love it. I would highly recommend it.
2007-08-22 16:10:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the next 3 years you'll probably need a new one anyway.
2007-08-22 13:53:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
IBM Lenovo T61, 1,000. Perfect medium.
2007-08-22 15:28:47 · answer #9 · answered by Ryan S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes get one now, may as well get used to it. If that is your question.
2007-08-22 14:26:28 · answer #10 · answered by lueeluee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋