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alfreda89 ([personal profile] alfreda89) wrote2011-12-14 01:17 pm

This is the month --

I'm looking for a new laptop, one I can use as my main computer. I want to be able to plug into it a full sized keyboard and large monitor for extra ease.

It's been suggested that I get a faster dual processor, so I can watch movies through it if my ancient TV suddenly craters. I will want Word, unfortunately, since it's the publishing standard, but I am considering Open Office.

Any suggestions? Warnings? Worthwhile features, brands to avoid?

This will probably be my computer for at least five years, so I need to get it right the first time. It will be a PC, since Apple, even re-manufactured, is pricy.

[identity profile] dancinghorse.livejournal.com 2011-12-15 02:25 am (UTC)(link)
A couple of my writer and editor friends have Thinkpads and really love them. So, do check.