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Hello I am looking for a laptop that will be used for schoolwork playing online games surfing the web and shopping. I need a screen of 12-14.1 I do not care what brand must be under 800 bux It must have windows 7 on it or be able to be added for like 30 bux wen the laptop is configurable also it must be fast (not super fast like super super but fast) cuz nothing makes me madder than a slow computer thank you!
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It's a good thing that you asked this question so that I may be able to provide an insight to the other readers out there who are also planning to buy a brand new computer.
Well, If you're a little into gaming like myself, if you're at the store and looking at the laptop available, the first thing you should look for from the computer surface itself is a sticker for NVidia or ATI Mobility Radeon just below the keyboard. This assures you that the laptop has a dedicated graphics memory card. For instance, the game I would love most to play, Diablo III, is said to run on 3D graphics so it is rumored to need at least 1GB of graphics memory which I chose for my laptop that has a 1GB Nvidia GeForce GT 230M (although I would have preferred an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 with 1GB DDR3 discrete graphics memory instead or much better a 1GB Nvidia GeForce GTS or GTX 260M).
Next important aspect is the RAM (memory of the computer). If you're in designing and you need to ran applications like the AutoCAD 2007 or newly released softwares used for editing photos and videos, well you have to make sure that the laptop has at least 2GB of pre-installed DDR2 memory chips in it. My computer has 4GB DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMM (2 DIMM) installed in it making it run a lot faster, and the max I could install on it is 8GB (2pcs 4GB each).
But what makes a computer really run fast? It is it's processor! So if you really want your processor to have computing prowess, make sure it is an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (Intel Centrino 2 is also a Core 2 Duo but features power saving capabilities; Quad core is for gaming fanatics). Now my computer only has a Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-720QM Processor (1.6GHz, 6MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB) which is just the right stuff for the applications that I would like to run on it. Piece of advice is, look at the Properties option of the laptop inside the Computer and make sure that you have at least 2GHz of speed on your processor and also to briefly describe a Core 2 Duo, is like having 2 motors running your machine each independent of the other.
For the HDD (hard drive) at least have 320GB on your laptop and make sure to partition it into 4 partitions. You can use one to store in all your photos and files, the other, all your MP3 songs, the other all your videos and the last and smallest partition, for creating restore points and file back-ups.
One more thing, the average laptop LCD screen size is 15.4". If you want something smaller than that with these 3 features I just shed some light on, expect the price to go higher (ex. for LCD screens 14" and 13.3" diagonally).
If you want a portable and affordable laptop, well about two weeks back, a new model of Sony CW13FX/B Jet Black glossy notebook went on sale at Fry's, and I'll give you an idea of what it's made up of. It has a 14" (1366x768) LED backlit display screen using energy-efficient technology; comes with Intel® Core⢠2 Duo Processor T6600 (2.20GHz; only second to Quads and the newest Core i-5 & i-7 out just this November); 4GB PC3-8500 (the fastest and newest type of memory sticks that came out in the market last October; w/c is also expandable up to a Maximum: 8GB); NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M graphics card and 256MB of dedicated video RAM (for applications like Adobe Photoshop, U-Lead, AutoCAD, games, et al.); integrated MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology; Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth® Technology (to connect to your phone and other bluetooth enabled devices): Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR); an HDMI⢠output (delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of extra cables); and best of all, it already comes with Windows® 7 Home Premium and was on sale for only $699.99. Now I think it is the best deal you can get for a brand new 14 inch laptop with a dedicated video card, and a SONY at that. So, back then I also checked out the price they had in other stores, and Fry's was cheaper by about $130 {you can go on-line at Fry's Electronics website (www.Fry's.com) then type in this # 6029078 (or 6029138 for white & 6029108 for pink) in the search box under Notebooks/Tablets before you click on GO}. Now, after the sale, the price went up by $100, so we are actually waiting for it to go on sale again after Thanksgiving.
If you want a MacBook, that is on a totally different aspect for Macs have their own OS (Operating System) unlike the common Windows OS (XP, Vista and the newest Windows 7) that most computers come with.
Some places to start looking for the best prices, my advice, go to the website of Fry's, CostCo, MicroCenter and BestBuy for updates and comparison. Some places to start looking for the best prices. The 15.6" HP laptop I customized and configured came to a total amount of $1,455.80 (tax and other charges included).
It's a good thing that you asked this question so that I may be able to provide an insight to the other readers out there who are also planning to buy a brand new computer.
Well, If you're a little into gaming like myself, if you're at the store and looking at the laptop available, the first thing you should look for from the computer surface itself is a sticker for NVidia or ATI Mobility Radeon just below the keyboard. This assures you that the laptop has a dedicated graphics memory card. For instance, the game I would love most to play, Diablo III, is said to run on 3D graphics so it is rumored to need at least 1GB of graphics memory which I chose for my laptop that has a 1GB Nvidia GeForce GT 230M (although I would have preferred an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 with 1GB DDR3 discrete graphics memory instead or much better a 1GB Nvidia GeForce GTS or GTX 260M).
Next important aspect is the RAM (memory of the computer). If you're in designing and you need to ran applications like the AutoCAD 2007 or newly released softwares used for editing photos and videos, well you have to make sure that the laptop has at least 2GB of pre-installed DDR2 memory chips in it. My computer has 4GB DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMM (2 DIMM) installed in it making it run a lot faster, and the max I could install on it is 8GB (2pcs 4GB each).
But what makes a computer really run fast? It is it's processor! So if you really want your processor to have computing prowess, make sure it is an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (Intel Centrino 2 is also a Core 2 Duo but features power saving capabilities; Quad core is for gaming fanatics). Now my computer only has a Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-720QM Processor (1.6GHz, 6MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB) which is just the right stuff for the applications that I would like to run on it. Piece of advice is, look at the Properties option of the laptop inside the Computer and make sure that you have at least 2GHz of speed on your processor and also to briefly describe a Core 2 Duo, is like having 2 motors running your machine each independent of the other.
For the HDD (hard drive) at least have 320GB on your laptop and make sure to partition it into 4 partitions. You can use one to store in all your photos and files, the other, all your MP3 songs, the other all your videos and the last and smallest partition, for creating restore points and file back-ups.
One more thing, the average laptop LCD screen size is 15.4". If you want something smaller than that with these 3 features I just shed some light on, expect the price to go higher (ex. for LCD screens 14" and 13.3" diagonally).
If you want a portable and affordable laptop, well about two weeks back, a new model of Sony CW13FX/B Jet Black glossy notebook went on sale at Fry's, and I'll give you an idea of what it's made up of. It has a 14" (1366x768) LED backlit display screen using energy-efficient technology; comes with Intel® Core⢠2 Duo Processor T6600 (2.20GHz; only second to Quads and the newest Core i-5 & i-7 out just this November); 4GB PC3-8500 (the fastest and newest type of memory sticks that came out in the market last October; w/c is also expandable up to a Maximum: 8GB); NVIDIA® GeForce® G210M graphics card and 256MB of dedicated video RAM (for applications like Adobe Photoshop, U-Lead, AutoCAD, games, et al.); integrated MOTION EYE® camera and microphone with face-tracking technology; Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth® Technology (to connect to your phone and other bluetooth enabled devices): Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR); an HDMI⢠output (delivers video and audio to external sources via a single cable so you can enjoy HD entertainment on your compatible big screen TV without a myriad of extra cables); and best of all, it already comes with Windows® 7 Home Premium and was on sale for only $699.99. Now I think it is the best deal you can get for a brand new 14 inch laptop with a dedicated video card, and a SONY at that. So, back then I also checked out the price they had in other stores, and Fry's was cheaper by about $130 {you can go on-line at Fry's Electronics website (www.Fry's.com) then type in this # 6029078 (or 6029138 for white & 6029108 for pink) in the search box under Notebooks/Tablets before you click on GO}. Now, after the sale, the price went up by $100, so we are actually waiting for it to go on sale again after Thanksgiving.
If you want a MacBook, that is on a totally different aspect for Macs have their own OS (Operating System) unlike the common Windows OS (XP, Vista and the newest Windows 7) that most computers come with.
Some places to start looking for the best prices, my advice, go to the website of Fry's, CostCo, MicroCenter and BestBuy for updates and comparison. Some places to start looking for the best prices. The 15.6" HP laptop I customized and configured came to a total amount of $1,455.80 (tax and other charges included).
What TV should I get?
BigMikeyB
Presently, I have a 37 inch 720p 60hz tv and I thought that it is about time that I upgrade. I sit about 5 to 8 feet from it. I watch blu rays and play video games on this tv. What TV should do you think I should get? LCD, LED, Plasma, 3D, what type of specs do you think would be good for me? Should I save up about 1000 or up and go all out or do you think I can still get a great tv for about 650-800? Thanks.
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size , between 40-50 inch
HD - - definitely a 1080p or depending on your region, a 1080i
brand -- Vizio , I have bought 4 of them for 2 houses and they are top notch and the Cadillac of tvs.
type - - get one that is a combination of LED and LCD for your best color/contrast quality.
gadgets----- get a Wi-Fi built into it , you can do so much with it like searching and watching YOUTUBE or checking the weather or playing Netflix , or getting into facebook , etc.
juice ---- instead of the cheap 60hz refresh rate , eliminate the blurs and shadows by going to either a 120hz or a 240 hz refresh rate .
price range ----- you can get a real decent , power packed tv for under 700 . Example , right now walmart has a 42" Vizio , 120hz , 1080p , Wi-Fi , on sale for 478.
Or pick a brand you prefer but for me , Vizio is a top notch TV and it doesn't break your wallet.
size , between 40-50 inch
HD - - definitely a 1080p or depending on your region, a 1080i
brand -- Vizio , I have bought 4 of them for 2 houses and they are top notch and the Cadillac of tvs.
type - - get one that is a combination of LED and LCD for your best color/contrast quality.
gadgets----- get a Wi-Fi built into it , you can do so much with it like searching and watching YOUTUBE or checking the weather or playing Netflix , or getting into facebook , etc.
juice ---- instead of the cheap 60hz refresh rate , eliminate the blurs and shadows by going to either a 120hz or a 240 hz refresh rate .
price range ----- you can get a real decent , power packed tv for under 700 . Example , right now walmart has a 42" Vizio , 120hz , 1080p , Wi-Fi , on sale for 478.
Or pick a brand you prefer but for me , Vizio is a top notch TV and it doesn't break your wallet.
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