Purchasing A Notebook Computer

 

You are planning to buy a new computer.  You'd like a notebook .

Ask yourself these questions before you start shopping.

1.  How much do you plan to spend on a new computer?

2.  What will you use it for?

3.  Who is going to use the computer?

4.  Do you think you might want a service contract?

5.  Are you replacing an old computer?

The Entry Level User

The Entry Level User will want to use their computer for basic functions like basic internet and e-mail.

The Average Level User

You feel very knowledgeable about the computer.  The teacher or college student would fit into this level.  They will use their computer for word processing, e-mail, internet exploring, games, working with spreadsheets, downloading songs and editing video, or even online bill payment.  Laptop computers will provide a working convenience especially for the college student.

 

Entry Level


CPU: Intel Pentium Dual Core 1.60GHz
HDD: 60 GB
RAM:1024MB
OS: Windows Vista
MONITOR: 17 in. wide screen
ADDITIONAL: (CD, CDRW, DVD combo drive)
APPROX $: $799

 

               Average         Level


CPU: Intel Pentium Dual Core 1.73GHz
HDD:120GB
RAM:1024MB
OS: Windows Vista
MONITOR: 17 in. wide screen
ADDITIONAL: (CD, CDRW, DVD combo drive)
APPROX $: $1199

 

 

Resources

http://www.gateway.com/systems/series/529498113.php

http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-7963_7-5114565-1.html?tag=tnav

http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,108927-page,1/article.html

http://compreviews.about.com/od/buyers/Information_to_Help_Select_the_Right_Computer_For_You.htm

 

 

Last Updated 05/27/2007

Networking and Hardware

Janice Colavito