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dethompson
I want a new laptop, looking at Inspiron 15 (1564). I like Dell and Sony laptops, what would be the best brands for a student, not gaming. Would it have Microsoft Word and other Office programs on it? Should I buy it now or in May or should I wait until I am closer to college in the fall?
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My husband is quite partial to dell brand, so you can also check out those.
Honestly, i believe you get more bang for your buck with hp!
Whatever you do, don't get a gateway or compaq. Thier both really unreliable. I know from experience.
Most computers these days don't come with word installed. There are two programs that are free that i also recommend:
Sun has a free word suite substitute called "Open Office". It reads all the file types, even word documents. It is perfect if you are on a budget.
Also, for a Photoshop substitute, "Gimp" is a free program. I use it all the time.
Do yourself a favor, take time to research computers and look at ratings. You may not need a lot of memory because your laptop won't be used for gaming, but even so i recommend 4gb or higher. Tasks and programs run faster.
Also get an external hard drive. If anything happens to your laptop and you have anything important on there, it could be gone forever...which has happened to me before.
Lastly, good sales seem to happen right as school is ending for everyone. They lower prices because they know people that are going into college will need a laptop.
My husband is quite partial to dell brand, so you can also check out those.
Honestly, i believe you get more bang for your buck with hp!
Whatever you do, don't get a gateway or compaq. Thier both really unreliable. I know from experience.
Most computers these days don't come with word installed. There are two programs that are free that i also recommend:
Sun has a free word suite substitute called "Open Office". It reads all the file types, even word documents. It is perfect if you are on a budget.
Also, for a Photoshop substitute, "Gimp" is a free program. I use it all the time.
Do yourself a favor, take time to research computers and look at ratings. You may not need a lot of memory because your laptop won't be used for gaming, but even so i recommend 4gb or higher. Tasks and programs run faster.
Also get an external hard drive. If anything happens to your laptop and you have anything important on there, it could be gone forever...which has happened to me before.
Lastly, good sales seem to happen right as school is ending for everyone. They lower prices because they know people that are going into college will need a laptop.
What is the best laptop/computer for a college student?
Cory1992_1
Fall 2010, College of Wooster, Business Economics Major, <$550
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I would recomend a Dell Mini Laptop. I have 1 myself and the are easy to take with you. They cost $350.
I would recomend a Dell Mini Laptop. I have 1 myself and the are easy to take with you. They cost $350.
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