Notebook Computers
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Shoppping for a notebook there are a lot of other the factors to consider beyond performance and connections. Notebook buyers also have to mull such variables as size, weight, screen dimensions, battery life, and keyboard quality and options such as built-in wireless.
Wireless networks help eliminate cables and wires, and connect two or more computers, printers or other peripherals by way of electromagnetic airwaves.
With more public places offering wireless hotspots, it's changing the way people work and play.
Notebook Processor: Intel's Pentium M processor has helped notebooks gain new ground in the power department and in battery life.
System memory: Unless you're buying on the cheap, a new notebook generally includes 512MB of system memory. Don't settle for anything less than 256MB if you want to do more than word processing and e-mail, because Windows XP and newer applications need at least that much memory.
Many notebooks are now available with 1GB of RAM. Buying up to 1GB of RAM at the same time you purchase your notebook will help extend its useful lifetime.
Graphics memory: You'll want 64MB or 128MB of dedicated video RAM, or VRAM, if you plan to use your laptop to drive external monitors for presentations. Gamers should look for advanced 3D graphics chips..
Notebook Screen: Budget shoppers can now afford the luxury of high-resolution color: Portables with 14.1-inch and 15.4-inch wide-screens now cost as little as $1200. Most notebook manufacturers also offer laptops with 17-inch wide-screens. Frequent business fliers can choose among the many laptops that have the more-compact screen sizes of 12.1 and 13.3 inches.
One important point to note is that, unlike PCs, there is no such thing as an 'ultimate laptop' because it depends totally on what you will be using it for. While a very sexy 12-inch model may be perfect for a travelling sales rep, it would be pretty useless for a graphic designer.
Ideally, you should see a demo model before you buy. You will really appreciate the weight, the size, and the screen. Also consider the keyboard: try typing a short passage, and see whether you find it comfortable. These are all quite subjective issues that are hard to compare objectively in reviews.
As with most expensive electronics, if you are buying over the internet you should try to buy on a personal credit card: if it doesn't arrive, you will automatically be insured and protected in case the goods fail to arrive.
Work out a budget, and then use this buying guide to work out your 'must-haves' and 'would-likes'. Paying for the top of the range model today, is normally pointless, as it will soon have come down dramatically in price. Instead, go for a model that has been out for a few months, has good reviews and fits your demands and budget.
What kind of laptop user are you?
Home User
If you already have a PC, but you are looking for a second model, then a laptop may offer additional flexibility. You can use it anywhere in the house - and even in the garden. What's more, if you have the occasional need of a computer outside the house, you don't need to load up a main unit, monitor, speakers, keyboard, and so on. For you, a relatively cheap 'thin-and-light' will be perfect - average in everything, including price. If you do want more processing power, then you could consider getting a 'desktop replacement' model, but these are more expensive. A PC will offer better much value, so decide whether you definitely need the portability.
Student
For student, read budget: if you are mostly going to take notes, write essays, and check emails then a budget notebook will suit you perfectly. Of course, if you are studying graphic design, or building powerful SQL databases, then your laptop may require more power: read the relevant buying advice for those categories.
On the road
If your laptop will be spending most of its time being used on trains and planes, then there are two very important factors: portability and battery life. Ultra-portables are extremely small, lightweight, although they can sacrifice a little processing power. They will easily allow you to run Excel, Word, and the internet, but may struggle with high-resolution graphics.
Advanced Business User
Laptops that spend a lot of time between your desk at work, and at home, and sometimes in the odd internet cafe, need to offer a balance between performance and portability. Hence, you need to question just how much performance you need, and how much you can afford. Therefore, look at budget models, thin-and-lights, and desktop replacements.
Gamer and/or Graphic designer
At this level, you need processing power, and lots of it. However, you are going to pay for it, and so are your muscles when you try to carry it. You need a 'desktop replacement' model, and the name means that: this is a laptop that spends most of its time in the same place, or at least in the same building. Therefore, carefully consider whether the extra performance will ever be necessary.