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Laptop Buying Decisions - Choice for Good One Now - Easy Upgrade Later
OK, gurus. When it comes to selecting a laptop, you can probably
recognize that I rode the short bus. Any friendly suggestions greatly appreciated. I am trying to buy a fairly inexpensive laptop, but one that can be easily upgraded later. I tend to run multiple, hefty applications. I would like Windows xp Media Center OS if possible. I would like to burn CD's and DVD's, and label them. I would like excellent audio and video quality. Here's my question: If I need to make trade-offs to facilitate immediate purchase, what should I sacrifice that would still enable me to easily upgrade my processor later? With the new Core 2's, I'd like to find a fast, capable processor now that would make it easy for me to go up to a Core 2 when they are a little more affordable, and also in anticipation of Vista release. Advice please: -processor selection - fast and competent now, less cost so investment won't be too upsetting when I replace it -DDR 2 at at least 1gb, right? -Graphics card that will be good now, compatible with potential upgrades, that won't break the bank? -Any feeling on solid, dependable burners? Labeling capabilities? -Looks like many laptops are upgradeable from onboard sound to Audigy - worth it? Or is a there a particular onboard sound I should look for when selecting a processor? -Wireless and connectivity solution? -I know I need accidental repair coverage and warranty. But, if I upgrade the processor in 12 months, this would void most coverages anyway, right? I'd really appreciate your help. Also, any good deals you know of. |
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Laptop Buying Decisions - Choice for Good One Now - Easy Upgrade Later
BTW, I've been advised to purchase the fastest HD and RAM...should help
now and after upgrade, correct? wrote: OK, gurus. When it comes to selecting a laptop, you can probably recognize that I rode the short bus. Any friendly suggestions greatly appreciated. I am trying to buy a fairly inexpensive laptop, but one that can be easily upgraded later. I tend to run multiple, hefty applications. I would like Windows xp Media Center OS if possible. I would like to burn CD's and DVD's, and label them. I would like excellent audio and video quality. Here's my question: If I need to make trade-offs to facilitate immediate purchase, what should I sacrifice that would still enable me to easily upgrade my processor later? With the new Core 2's, I'd like to find a fast, capable processor now that would make it easy for me to go up to a Core 2 when they are a little more affordable, and also in anticipation of Vista release. Advice please: -processor selection - fast and competent now, less cost so investment won't be too upsetting when I replace it -DDR 2 at at least 1gb, right? -Graphics card that will be good now, compatible with potential upgrades, that won't break the bank? -Any feeling on solid, dependable burners? Labeling capabilities? -Looks like many laptops are upgradeable from onboard sound to Audigy - worth it? Or is a there a particular onboard sound I should look for when selecting a processor? -Wireless and connectivity solution? -I know I need accidental repair coverage and warranty. But, if I upgrade the processor in 12 months, this would void most coverages anyway, right? I'd really appreciate your help. Also, any good deals you know of. |
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