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08-26-2005, 04:02 PM #1Temporarily Suspended
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Laptop for intense usage
Hello,
I need a laptop for home and my office since i don't like to have two computers.
I need a laptop that can be used 14-16 hours per day without any problems.
Usage: Internet surfing, Microsoft Office, and some gaming.
Recomendations please...
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08-26-2005, 04:07 PM #2Retired Moderator
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Any new laptop will do. However those with a desktop processor are likely to get hotter so if you have it on your lap a lot that could be an issue.
Take a look at Dell as they have a decent range.Steve
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08-27-2005, 11:11 AM #3Web Hosting Master
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The only problem I've heard regarding Dell laptops, is that the keys fall off rather easily. Otherwise they seem to be pretty reliable.
I'd get a Sony VAIO, or something by Acer.BeeServe
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08-27-2005, 11:18 AM #4Web Hosting Master
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I would strongly reccomend and Alienware. I have one and love it. They are cheaper than dells, and packed with more features and power. As for it being "too hot" i'd suggest a Targus cooling pad or something of the like. You wont feel an oz. of heat with that little thing under it, plugs into the USB port. Alienware does both desktop processors and mobile ones, I have a P4 3.4 desktop one in mine. They can handle any game without a problem. Best of luck in your decision.
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08-27-2005, 11:20 AM #5Retired Moderator
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Originally posted by Jeff - Exceed
The only problem I've heard regarding Dell laptops, is that the keys fall off rather easily. Otherwise they seem to be pretty reliable.
I'd get a Sony VAIO, or something by Acer.Steve
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08-27-2005, 11:41 AM #6Temporarily Suspended
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14 - 16 hours?
I believe dell do one called 'get a life and get out more'
Its part of the 'lifestyle' range.
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08-27-2005, 08:02 PM #7Junior Guru Wannabe
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Originally posted by jamesaspey
14 - 16 hours?
I believe dell do one called 'get a life and get out more'
Its part of the 'lifestyle' range.
As for me, I have a Sony Vaio FS640/W and it does what I need it to fairly well, and I run it as a desktop replacement.
About $1500, though.
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08-27-2005, 08:38 PM #8Web Hosting Master
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I use a Toshiba for all the needs you listed. It's been great!
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08-27-2005, 09:16 PM #9Temporarily Suspended
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Thank you all!
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08-28-2005, 10:33 AM #10Temporarily Suspended
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It was a light hearted joke, i think somebody needs a sense of humour transplant .
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08-29-2005, 07:28 PM #11Web Hosting Master
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I use my laptop for around the same time each day, I recommend compaq
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08-30-2005, 06:22 AM #12Web Hosting Master
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Originally posted by Jeff - Exceed
The only problem I've heard regarding Dell laptops, is that the keys fall off rather easily. Otherwise they seem to be pretty reliable.
I'd get a Sony VAIO, or something by Acer.
Probably a combo of intense usage and poor craftsmanship (its an old peice of junk, pentium 3 i think)
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08-30-2005, 07:35 AM #13Web Hosting Master
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I have Compaq Presario with centrino 1.5ghz , 512 mb ram and it works great. I use it same way as you describe. office, home, little gaming (hardly play any games though) and it works great. Go for HP Compaq they are also good.
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08-30-2005, 08:29 AM #14Web Hosting Evangelist
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You will be doing yourself damage working with a small keyboard, monitor for that period of time.
zaax
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08-30-2005, 09:15 AM #15Web Hosting Guru
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Originally posted by Jeff - Exceed
The only problem I've heard regarding Dell laptops, is that the keys fall off rather easily. Otherwise they seem to be pretty reliable.
I'd get a Sony VAIO, or something by Acer.
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