im thinking about buying a new computer what would you buy laptop or desktop?
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It comes down to what you plan to use the system for.  If you are a mobile person and tend to use the system for email, web browsing, IMing and such, a laptop would probably be fine.  If you are into gaming, keeping databases, or developing websites, a desktop would be more suitable.  Keep in mind that a laptop with todays technology is not as powerful as a desktop.  The mobile CPUs used in laptops run slower and consume less power and that translates to lower performance.  This may be tolerable if your applications don't require a lot of power.  Laptops don't have the robustness of desktops, they are more expensive and have more problems that are more expensive to fix to name a few downsides to laptops.  Bottom line is you have to consider your lifestyle and what you are going to use the system to do.
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Buying a laptop can be a nightmare! More so if you are a computer geek. With all the technical jargon floating around, companies can make you crazy.\n\nHowever, you should analyze as to what you actually need as opposed to what the companies want to see to you. For example, if you want a laptop for basic computing functions like email, Internet browsing, occasional movie viewing, listening to music, then a small entry level laptop would be a good choice with an entry level Centrino processor,60 GB hard drive, CD RW/ DVD ROM, 256 MB RAM, etc. It would be a good idea to at least have 512 MB RAM with the new Windows Vista round the corner. The minimum RAM requirement for the same is 512 MB RAM.Moreover, the same should be light and not a pain to carry around.\n\nHowever, if one needs a notebook for desktop replacement, then one needs to look at some more complex issues. Typically, the desktop is used for medium computing needs that would also include occasional gaming. For this one needs to have at least a 100GB hard drive, 512 MB RAM, etc.\n\nThe third category is of people who need high end laptops like gamers. The will need nothing less than 120 or more GB hard drive (preferably 7200 RPM), a high end central processor (with new technologies like Centrino Duo), at least 1 GB RAM (DDR2 or DDR3) and a dedicated graphics card (with at least 128 MB Memory with advanced features like 3D acceleration etc).\n\nIf one can do the above analysis, it will be extremely easy to buy a good laptop.
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www.pcworld.com and www.cnet.com have buying guides for desktops and laptops.
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laptop computers can be a rather tricky buy at times, I would suggest that you look out for the cheapest and yet latest desktop on the market, the best way to do this is on what they call warehouse sale markets some of them are online. these warehouse owners have a service where they sell laptop computers to normal customers like you and me, however with very reduced prices due to the fact that they do not have as much costs as normal shops do, such as rent and a employees etc. as you know most online shops have rather competitive prices sometimes cutting the laptop price to a half. one such website for laptop computers is : \n\nhttp://umgarticles.atspace.com/laptop-computer.htm\n\nIf you like my answer please consider voting for me!!! thank you
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I buy all my computer stuff from http://www.newegg.com. Once you know, you newegg! :)
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I have a windows desktop and laptop, but even so I'd recommend an Apple notebook based on playing with a friend's.\n\nWhile the stats (CPU speed, RAM etc) are less on the Apple, it runs a lot faster.  It is also a lot cooler - my laptop especially gets quite hot to touch around the mouse pad when its been on for a while.  The Apple also has no fans in it, so is silent, whereas my laptop has a fan that kicks in every now and then and whilst not very noisy, is still annoying.\n\nOther than that, you'd only really want an Apple if its any good for you. If you're gonna fall for the hype that Apple's are better for graphics, you wouldn't want a laptop anyway, so choose the one that suits what you need.
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Okay.. there are a number of parameters when you want to buy a computer. Also one company may give you an excellent desktop but not a good laptop. Here's my low down..\n\nGraphics intensive, high end, extremely specialized work -> go for Apple, anything else -> use windows. Not that windows is better (Mac is any day better in terms of technology) but windows is a lot less headache when something goes down.\n\nHP/Compaq Desktop -> good value for money, decet looks\nHP/Compaq Laptop -> cheap but not that good a bet, decent looks\n\nZenith Desktop/Laptop -> Are you a techie?? If not, forget it. \n\nDell -> Best value for money looks good\n\nAcer -> cheapest, not sure about quality but definitely good to look at\n\nIBM(Now Lenovo) Laptop -> best performance, a bit pricey but looks very rugged and non - refined.
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Go with the laptop.  It has just as much power as a desktop and is easier to maintain.  The mobility of a laptop is another plus.  You can use it as a CD and DVD player where ever you are.  They are easy to network and most colleges are wifi equipped so they can be used anywhere.  I have two laptops and a desktop and rarely use the desktop.
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What you want actually is a desktop and a lcd monitor, get a set when you come across a good deal.\nhttp://www.dealone.com
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It depends on what you are looking for. What kind of quality do you want? Do you want it for a laptop or a desktop? What is the highest price you are willing to say. If you are looking to compare models and prices I left you a link to check out.
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There's no reason a laptop shouldn't be as reliable as a desk top if you take reasonable care of it.   But for the same power (memory, processor speed, disk size and speed), it will certainly be more expensive.\n\nYou can have internet everywhere there is WiFi available, and for extra money, you can get a wireless modem that connects to one of the cell phone data services.\n\nIf portability isn't important to you, you're probably better off getting a desktop machine.  You should be able to use your current display with it and avoid having to buy a new one, assuming you're happy with it.\n\nYou can buy used laptops, if you decide to go that way, on eBay, assuming you trust that sort of thing.
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PC !\nwith windows XP home edition.
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If you have room, get a desktop. You'll have more power and more memory in general, plus it won't fry if you drop some crumbs on it.
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Unless you do a lot of travelling, the desktop is better.  There's too much playing around with the mouse button on a laptop.  You could always hook up a mouse to the laptop and then it wouldn't make any real difference.\n\nThe really good thing about desktop PC's is that parts are more freely available and are easier to install than laptops
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A notebook is better because you can take it around. A desktop you can't take around. But the desktop will be much cheaper and it will be faster. A desktop can do more stuff. If your in college or going to college or do work where you move around a  lot then it's worth getting a laptop. But whatever you get make are you have a lot of RAM-memory. The more RAM you have the faster your computer will perform.
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You mean replace your computer, I presume.\n\nThat's really up to you.  Obviously technology continues to advance at a rapid pace and better components continue to be made at lower prices.  In the end, it's all about whether you feel your computer serves your needs.\n\nDoes your present computer adequately run all the applications you use?  Can it easily multi-task?  Does its graphics capability match your needs?\n\nIf you're considering an OS upgrade (maybe the soon-to-arrive Windows Vista), that alone may provide the reason to shop for "newer-faster-better".
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Desk top computers are the way to go.  You will get a faster computer than a laptop at the same price.  Laptops are usually 1.5 times more expensive than the desktop conterpart in terms of specifications.  You are definiately paying for your portablity.  Laptops are good for home or office use.  They are not recommended for gaming.\n\nThe best overall desktop type of computer is an eMachine.  They are well built and are not expensive.  They even have a unique program that automatically fixes any erros that windows likes to give people that cannot be found on any other computer.  It is best used as a home, office, or internet computer.\n\nIf you are looking for a gaming computer, the best way is to build your own.  There are no "cheaper" brands that are really gamer friendly.  The best gaming computer would be Alienware.  They build computers specifically for gamers.  If you have the money, this is the way to go.\n\nHp is ok, and is usable.  Hp is more geared toward picture management, home video optimization, media, ect.\n\nDO NOT USE:\nCompaq\nDell\n\nThese computers are "cookie cutters."  They are produced en mass and are not well built.  The components that they use are not optimized for the computer.  Cheaper is not always better.  For example, the RAM is not fast enough to keep up the the CPU or vice versa.  And what I hear from other people, Dell's customer support sucks.\n\nVOTE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH!