Should you choose a Laptop/Netbook or a Desktop Computer?

Buying a new computer is an exciting process. Here's a helper to determine whether you need a laptop/netbook or desktop computer.

Choose a laptop or a netbook if you:

• Don't have a phone with Internet, but still need to access the Internet and email when you travel.
• Won't be leaving your netbook/laptop in your automobile.
• Plan on replacing your laptop/netbook in four years. Processor generations whiz by and you have to purchase hardware to keep up with the changes in your software purchases.
• You are gentle with netbooks/laptops.

If you are not sure whether you want a netbook or a laptop, see this link:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiTmBbWXPCY.

Choose a desktop if you:

• Have a phone with Internet and your phone has all your on-the-road features that you will need.
• Can't take your computer with you everywhere and need to leave it in car.
• Want to keep your computer as long as possible.
• Are rough on notebooks: you've had a cracked screen or a broken case on a notebook.
• Will be doing processor-intensive applications like gaming and desktop publishing. You get more bang for your buck with a desktop.

If you still want to buy a laptop even though you know you are rough on a laptop or plan on leaving it the temperature extremes in the car, at least buy this one: Panasonic-Toughbook-52. or this one: Panasonic-Toughbook-30. Dell also has a toughbook: Dell-Latitude-XFR-D630, but it's a lot more expensive than the Panasonic. None of them are i7s (with Intel i7 processor inside), but a functioning core 2 is better than a broken i7 computer. I spoke with a Panasonic Toughbook owner and he told me all the accidents he's had with his and it's still going strong. See this link for an amazing demo of a Toughbook: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7GcyEwHPoU. I'm ordering one of these for a family member who has been through four laptops in the last year.

Lastly, as with all computer purchase make out a list of applications you need first. Then buy the system or combination of systems to meet your needs. Hardware is just a tool for the software.  Good luck with your new purchase. Email me if you have questions.