Laptops varies in performance and cost depending on what they are use for. For example, there is no point spending thousands on a state-of-the-art gaming computer if you only use it for occasional Internet browsing and word-processing. Laptops could be divided into three categories:
• Budget/ home laptops
• Ultra portable / ultra thin and light laptops
• Desktop replacement – gaming and media laptops
Budget / home laptop computer could still transport amazingly fast performance with a series of added features. A good alternative is if you expect to simply use your laptop for simple applications and word-processing, and don't have to bring it over.
You must search for:
• A Sempron Mobile or Celeron M processor
• 20GB hard drive
• 128MB RAM
• CD-RW Drive
• Integrated Graphics card
• Microsoft XP Home Edition
• 14 inch display
Ultra portable / ultra thin and light laptops are perfect for the business traveler or for someone who is frequently on the go. Some of the smallest laptops weigh below two kilos; however it is still present good memory and good performance.
You must search for:
• Centrino Solo or Athlon 64 Mobile processor
• Over 20GB hard drive
• 256 MB RAM
• Wireless networking ready - also recognized as 802.11g
• 12-inch display
• Windows XP Home or Professional
Desktop replacement / gaming / power use laptops are for the good number of demanding users - but user that doesn’t mind a bigger size of computer. Replacements of Desktops are not planned for commuting or for regular travel. As an alternative they could recommend everything from MP3 storage, digital TV recording and online gaming to video editing. You could still purchase widescreen laptops for playing DVDs. You should have a larger hard drive to store up all of your information.
You must search for:
• Turion 64 or Centrino Duo
• 60GB - 120GB hard drive
• 512MB - 1GB RAM
• Graphics card with 64 MB memory
• DVD-RW drive
• 15-inch display or larger
• Multimedia connections, counting USB, S-Video, and FireWire
• Windows XP Professional
