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Discussion Boards => Off-Topic => Topic started by: Brittx on July 04, 2015, 07:42:53 pm
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I'm looking for a decent laptop. Not too expensive, nothing too fancy. I don't know much about computers and I haven't used one in years since I bought my first iphone. So I don't really know what the latest deal with them are. I am also looking into maybe studying real estate so I would need it for school too obviously if I end up getting into it. Thanks in advance :)
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I have had a hp for a couple of years and I have never had problems with it. it is whatever your preference or how much you want to spend.
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I'm not really sure what brands are currently recommended. Or even what price range they go for anymore. Last time I had a laptop was 8 years ago and it was for my whole family. Noones used it in 5. I may ask my mom if I can just have that until I get myself one, it's probably really outdated though.
I hate electronics I can't keep up with them they always have something new.
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Does not matter what brand you get as long as it has a (I-5 Processor),4-8gb ram with an SSD Drive your good to go witter or not you want Windows 7-8-10 is up to you.
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I have had three different laptops. I had a Compaq, a HP, and now I have a Toshiba. I bought the Toshiba from Wal-Mart for less than $300 and it has been a good computer.
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I think sometimes you can find someone thats reputable because they collect and fix them and they might sell them for as low as $50.
I bought mine from a person that my friend knew and he charges $85 for good ones.
Just a thought.Like getting lucky buying a used car and having good fortune with it.
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I just bought a toshiba recently it is ok sometimes it gets stuck the good brands are lenovo asus dell
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Thank you everyone for your suggestions. :)
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Allf the suggestions were good, I want to buy me one also.
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I need a new one too!
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My head was spinning when I looked them up. I don't get any of this computer language
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I would get anything but an apple product they are expensive and other company's are just as good, i would suggest a toshiba i have never had any problems.
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I have been playing with the idea of getting a laptop. Then I can be doing more on fusion cash when hubby is on the desktop and enjoyed what others have had to say about them. I was playing with the idea of buying a used one from a good *bleep* shop. Any ideas on that?
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I'm on a Mac, but you probably don't want to go that expensive. (Got it with my inheritance.)
I've heard lots of bad things about Windows 8. Our local tech guru comes on the morning show and tells people no to get it. He sells computers with Windows 7.
Do you have a Best Buy in your area? Try going there, talking to the techs and trying out different brands and models. You'll get a better idea of what's out there. Go home and think about it, sleep on it. Once you've picked one shop around for the best price.
You're right, your old family computer is probably outdated. The old processors can't accept all the new software updates, like Flash Player, which you use to watch videos here. If you have a reputable computer shop they may be able to upgrade it for you. It's worth asking. Questions are free.
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I'm looking for a new one as well. Either an Acer or Asus. I don't need anything fancy other decent ram/memory, good hard drive enough USB ports.
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I heard Lenovo is a good laptop brand from people, my professors, and online reviews. Just make sure it has good CPU, because the Asus laptop that I bought with i3 processor runs so slow. Got it on a black friday deal 1.5 years and it has a small weight to it (perfect for commuting for my college). However it runs like a potato when I need it for classes. Not just me, I believe tht my Mom's laptop (which has a i3) runs pretty slow. Maybe it's just me since I am accustomed to i5 or fx8320 processors.
If you are planning on buying a laptop without touchscreen, I suggest waiting until windows 10 comes out. No idea why the Microsoft people think it was a good idea to make a OS more tablet/touchscreen orientated on non touchscreen laptops and desktops. Regardless it could be fixed by downloaded Classic Shell, but I don't personally like installing third party software to improve the OS functionality