Finding your Best Laptop Computers
Laptops has captured the portability needs of today restless society. As everyone is out looking for their Best Laptop Computers, the fundamental choices are rooted on the basis of what their ultimate needs are. Below are some guidelines to help you find the right computer for your needs.
Netbook - These are smaller, more lightweight, and battery lasts longer between charges, and less expensive, They have ~8" to 10" screens, no internal optical (CD/DVD) drive, smaller Hard Drive, and have low end processing power, which means no high-graphics games. So they are good if you want to carry it around a lot, do only basic application work like word processing, and will be doing mostly internet activity. Some may come with only wireless, some also ethernet port.
Regular laptop - Usually larger and heavier (~12" to 17" screens). They are complete desktop replacements with optical drives, ports, larger hard drives, full internet capabilities, may or may not have a dedicated graphics card, more powerful processor, etc. There are a lot of variations, some low end laptops with minimal performance too, but high end laptops are powerful gaming machines if that's important to you. Depending on how well configured a machine you get, it can also be much more expensive.
Tablets - I'll also throw this in as an option. There are 2 form factors: slates with only a screen, and convertible tablets which come with a keyboard. Mac option is only a slate (no keyboard). So slates aren't really practical for a sole machine. Convertible tables come with a physical keyboard and it has a single hinge that you can open, spin around and fold flat against the keyboard so you can use the screen like a tablet and to hand note taking.
Macs vs. PCs - That's really your personal preference. Don't get caught up in the crazy PC-Mac debates. If you're used to one OS, you will have frustrations learning a new OS. Get whichever system you're used to working in. However, if you're completely new to computers, Macs will be easier to learn and use. If you like tweaking and customizing things, Windows is a lot more flexible to do that.
So, if you are going off to college you probably want a laptop that is not too heavy so that you can take it to class easily. Also, many college students watch DVDs on their laptop, so you probably will want one that has some multi-media capabilities. However only get a laptop if you can safely leave it in your dorm without the risk of it getting nicked as the cost of insurance is always high for students.
On the other hand, there are students who prefer netbook or Mini Laptop Computers because they are small light weight and can fit discreetly in your bag or backpack. It will do all your word processing needs. Some have built in mics so you can record your lectures. Also most have easy Wifi/Bluetooth connection abilities so you can browse freely around the campus. The downside is smaller screen, and not so good graphics so you can't waste your time playing games. but you can still buy external hd and dvd readers if needed. Plus it has alot of space for movies and games n music.
Macs are generally good with graphics. Hence Mac book are well known to photographers. Macs have iphoto and aperture which are an advanced type of photo editing software, producing amazing pictures. They also last twice as long and don't get even close to as many viruses as PCs do. They are way more reliable and don't have near as many problems. But they also cost twice as much as a PC does.
The pros and cons go on. By now, you should have a better idea what you are looking for. I hope you find your best computer here.
