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What is the best computer to buy
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717115
 United States
7/4/2009 1:42 AM
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I need to buy a new laptop.
I trade stocks and need reasonable speed, but am not a gamer.
I'm leaning toward Toshiba, HP, Gateway.
They have what I want for about $650 at Best Buy.
CNET recommends Lenovo Thinkpad T61 and HP CV7T, but they are more expensive.
360 Gig hard drive. 4 Gig RAM, dual processor.
Any suggestions? |
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1-2-thedome
User ID: 491789
United States
7/4/2009 1:46 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
I have always used Dell products because I like building my unit online. I have had some extremely good luck with dell computers as far as reliability goes.
I got an HP desktop about 6 months ago, and fried the hard drive within 4 months. Pissed me off.
I have the inspiron 1525, I trades stocks with it, and am very pleased with the performance of this unit. |
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mfgl
User ID: 616779
United States
7/4/2009 1:49 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
My parents got a dell laptop and it was a piece of shit. came bundled with all kinds of puppies. I dont use laptops but I have been buying HP Pavillion desktops since 1994 and have never had a failure of any kind. I still have the p90 running:) and a p266, and a p400, and my last one is a AMD 3300. all four still hummming away like brand new....all have upgraded video cards and were mostly used for heavy gaming. never had any issues at all. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 703739
United States
7/4/2009 1:52 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
My parents got a dell laptop and it was a piece of shit. came bundled with all kinds of puppies. Quoting: mfgl
aww who doesn't like puppies? |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717115 (OP)
United States
7/4/2009 1:52 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
I had several Dells years ago.
My company paid $3,000 for a Dell laptop...unbelievable.
They were reliable back then.
But Dell has lost it's luster and their customer service sucks. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 553396
United States
7/4/2009 1:53 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
I have a Dell laptop that I've had since 2006, and I've only had one minor problem which Dell support took care with no hassle. This is the only company I've had experience with though. |
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I Choose Both...
User ID: 489251
United States
7/4/2009 1:53 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Commodore 64.
“I don't mean to sound bitter, cold, or cruel, but I am, so that's how it comes out.”
-BH |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717115 (OP)
United States
7/4/2009 1:58 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
I like Toshiba because they are making a comeback and have a new battery that lasts over 7 hours in one model. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
 Canada
7/4/2009 2:00 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717805
United States
7/4/2009 2:02 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Just build your own, go to new egg, save hundreds of dollars. |
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Cranky
User ID: 586322
United States
7/4/2009 2:05 AM
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I need to buy a new laptop.
I trade stocks and need reasonable speed, but am not a gamer.
I'm leaning toward Toshiba, HP, Gateway.
They have what I want for about $650 at Best Buy.
CNET recommends Lenovo Thinkpad T61 and HP CV7T, but they are more expensive.
360 Gig hard drive. 4 Gig RAM, dual processor.
Any suggestions? Quoting: Anonymous Coward 717115
Toshiba |
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I Choose Both...
User ID: 489251
United States
7/4/2009 2:06 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
If I only knew what I know now about macs back in 2005 when I was using a Toshiba (before moving to Alienware).
“I don't mean to sound bitter, cold, or cruel, but I am, so that's how it comes out.”
-BH |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717224
 United Kingdom
7/4/2009 2:06 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
[link to www.msi.com]
These are the best, they are better than the name brand crap.
And have 10 times more for less price than anything else you will find.
These guys make laptops for all the name brands. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 701726
United States
7/4/2009 2:09 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
Overpriced trash. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 653227
United States
7/4/2009 2:09 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
HP G60-230US *Est. $550
Among the cheapest laptops, the HP G60-230US and very similar HP G60-235DX offer the best blend of value and performance. The Pentium dual-core processor is older technology, and a step down from the Core 2 Duo processors… found in more costly machines, but also a step up from the weaker processors more typically found in similarly priced laptops. The rest of the feature lineup is solid, and includes 3 GB of RAM, a 320 GB hard drive, a 16-inch display and a DVD burner. Some worthwhile extras -- such as an ExpressCard slot -- are missing, and battery life could be better, but experts and users say you'd be hard-pressed to find a better performer at the same price.
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Gateway MD7801u *Est. $600
Whether you want a cheap laptop for home, school or business, reviews say that the Gateway MD7801u can deliver the goods thanks to its ample 15.6-inch display, a modern Core 2 Duo processor, 4 GB of RAM, a 500 GB hard… drive and a DVD burner. Complaints are relatively few, though some say it's on the heavy side for comfortable travel and that the case seems to attract fingerprints. Graphics and gaming performance aren't good, but that's expected given the lack of a discrete graphics card -- and typical of most laptops in its price class. The MD7801u features a black case, but it is also available in burgundy as the Gateway MD7818u. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717224
United Kingdom
7/4/2009 2:16 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
MSI are the best.
You waste your money buying anything else. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 553396
United States
7/4/2009 2:16 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
It is true that Macs don't get many viruses, but that has nothing to do with it being a superior platform like they want you to believe. It's just because, compared to pc's, there aren't many Macs out there, and who wants to code a virus which can't even attack the fast majority of computers? They are getting more viruses recently, though, and Apple now (subtly) recommends users get anti-virus programs.
Also they've had a lot of quality issues, especially with their displays and batteries.
So that leaves us with the fashion statement.
I'll take my windows pc, thanks. |
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falldown
User ID: 520470
United States
7/4/2009 2:18 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Out of your choices, I'd go with Toshiba. Not a great option if you're a gamer, because most models use Intel graphics instead of Nvidia, but if you casually play games and want a solid model, it's one of the most consistent brands I've seen at the lower end. It's a good brand if you're looking at running Linux or another non-Microsoft operating system, too.
I've got the A205-5831, an older model I picked up last year for $350 with rebates, and I've run it nearly 24/7 since December, as my secondary computer. Only complaint is that it's got a really smooth, shiny exterior, so it's a scratch/dust magnet, but it still looks pretty good despite abuse, and I don't want to jinx myself, but I haven't had a single problem with the hardware.
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"He who does not understand your silence will probably not understand your words." ~Elbert Hubbard |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717115 (OP)
United States
7/4/2009 2:29 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Lots of good info and I appreciate it.
Wireless is also important.
Wireless "N" seems to be what most machines come with.
Is there anything better.
I'm going for Altel so I can trade stocks while travelling.
Also want to upgrade to Windows 7 when it's available.
I keep hearing that Vista sucks. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
Canada
7/4/2009 2:33 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
It is true that Macs don't get many viruses, but that has nothing to do with it being a superior platform like they want you to believe. It's just because, compared to pc's, there aren't many Macs out there, and who wants to code a virus which can't even attack the fast majority of computers? They are getting more viruses recently, though, and Apple now (subtly) recommends users get anti-virus programs.
Also they've had a lot of quality issues, especially with their displays and batteries.
So that leaves us with the fashion statement.
I'll take my windows pc, thanks.
It has been said if you can afford it
For PC you got to buy antivirus ,firewall , antiflowers
and that is every year , and it's not cheap, plus you got to worry about that , subscription,updates etc
One more very important thing , maintenance how about
defragging , cleaning junk files, fixing registry keys
well guess what, you got to pay for that too
even with all of this you can get something like
conficker or something wilder than that and ur f*cked
You gonna spend many hours to try to make that baby look like mac (think "air dock")
yes you can find some of this stuff free on the net,
but it takes lots of time |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
Canada
7/4/2009 2:34 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
*antiflowers |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
Canada
7/4/2009 2:35 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
*antiflowers Quoting: Anonymous Coward 681400
well that's funny antiflowers |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 553396
United States
7/4/2009 2:37 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
It is true that Macs don't get many viruses, but that has nothing to do with it being a superior platform like they want you to believe. It's just because, compared to pc's, there aren't many Macs out there, and who wants to code a virus which can't even attack the fast majority of computers? They are getting more viruses recently, though, and Apple now (subtly) recommends users get anti-virus programs.
Also they've had a lot of quality issues, especially with their displays and batteries.
So that leaves us with the fashion statement.
I'll take my windows pc, thanks.
It has been said if you can afford it
For PC you got to buy antivirus ,firewall , antiflowers
and that is every year , and it's not cheap, plus you got to worry about that , subscription,updates etc
One more very important thing , maintenance how about
defragging , cleaning junk files, fixing registry keys
well guess what, you got to pay for that too
even with all of this you can get something like
conficker or something wilder than that and ur f*cked
You gonna spend many hours to try to make that baby look like mac (think "air dock")
yes you can find some of this stuff free on the net,
but it takes lots of time
There is not a thing you mentioned that can't be done for free using programs which can be found in seconds. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
Canada
7/4/2009 2:40 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
It is true that Macs don't get many viruses, but that has nothing to do with it being a superior platform like they want you to believe. It's just because, compared to pc's, there aren't many Macs out there, and who wants to code a virus which can't even attack the fast majority of computers? They are getting more viruses recently, though, and Apple now (subtly) recommends users get anti-virus programs.
Also they've had a lot of quality issues, especially with their displays and batteries.
So that leaves us with the fashion statement.
I'll take my windows pc, thanks.
It has been said if you can afford it
For PC you got to buy antivirus ,firewall , antiflowers
and that is every year , and it's not cheap, plus you got to worry about that , subscription,updates etc
One more very important thing , maintenance how about
defragging , cleaning junk files, fixing registry keys
well guess what, you got to pay for that too
even with all of this you can get something like
conficker or something wilder than that and ur f*cked
You gonna spend many hours to try to make that baby look like mac (think "air dock")
yes you can find some of this stuff free on the net,
but it takes lots of time
There is not a thing you mentioned that can't be done for free using programs which can be found in seconds.
dude it takes time and all those free stuff is not quite " top notch" |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 717616
United Kingdom
7/4/2009 2:42 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Intel Atom powered "Netbooks" work great, and can be had for $250. You can extend the guarantee for three years for very little (if you are that way inclined). When it packs up, just get another.
I bought two expensive laptops, but find I keep using my Acer One Netbook as first choice. It is small, quiet, light weight, runs cool, uses little power and has plenty of storage space. Does everything a larger laptop does, but at a third of the price! |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 653227
United States
7/4/2009 2:42 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
Also want to upgrade to Windows 7 when it's available.
I keep hearing that Vista sucks. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 717115
You heard correct. Can't tell you the amount of times I overhear someone say at Wal-mart
SALES: "This Dell comes loaded with many programs and features"
BUYER: "That's nice, but I will probably reformat the hard drive to remove Vista and reload XP and just the things that I want" |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 553396
United States
7/4/2009 2:45 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
there you go
[ link to www.bestbuy.com]
don't waste your time on PC
mac = safer no viruses
mac = everybody copy they looks and features
mac = quality
if you can afford it , go for it
It is true that Macs don't get many viruses, but that has nothing to do with it being a superior platform like they want you to believe. It's just because, compared to pc's, there aren't many Macs out there, and who wants to code a virus which can't even attack the fast majority of computers? They are getting more viruses recently, though, and Apple now (subtly) recommends users get anti-virus programs.
Also they've had a lot of quality issues, especially with their displays and batteries.
So that leaves us with the fashion statement.
I'll take my windows pc, thanks.
It has been said if you can afford it
For PC you got to buy antivirus ,firewall , antiflowers
and that is every year , and it's not cheap, plus you got to worry about that , subscription,updates etc
One more very important thing , maintenance how about
defragging , cleaning junk files, fixing registry keys
well guess what, you got to pay for that too
even with all of this you can get something like
conficker or something wilder than that and ur f*cked
You gonna spend many hours to try to make that baby look like mac (think "air dock")
yes you can find some of this stuff free on the net,
but it takes lots of time
There is not a thing you mentioned that can't be done for free using programs which can be found in seconds.
dude it takes time and all those free stuff is not quite " top notch"
Why can't free stuff be good? I've had free antivirus and firewall for over two years and haven't had a single issue. Is that not "top notch?" |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 681400
Canada
7/4/2009 2:51 AM | | Re: What is the best computer to buy | Quote |
for the good stuff you got to pay premium bucks
example antivirus , the best:
[link to usa.kaspersky.com]
can you find something like that for free?
Guess what 70$ per year
you wanna fix something, try the best:
[link to www.tune-up.com]
Guess what 50$ per yr
EVERY YEAR
el cheapos on internet are mediocre
but as they say , you get what you pay for
cheers |
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