Need laptop suggestions

KoolDrew

Lifer
Jun 30, 2004
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Well, next year is college and I need to buy a laptop. Any suggestions as to what I should be looking for? I'd like to give you guys a budget, but without knowing how much books are going to cost and other expenses, it's hard to say. Basically, I don't want to spend too much, but I don't want to buy something crappy just to save a couple hundred bucks. I was thinking around $600-$700, but after seeing options and hearing different opinions, that can definitely change. For college I am taking the Computer Information Systems program.

So, what should I be looking for? I probably won't buy it soon, but I'd like to research the laptop I choose to buy. I'm going to definitely be buying it before the end of August though.
 

cprince

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May 8, 2007
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You should look for:
Dual-core processor
At least 1GB of RAM
At least 80GB 5400RPM SATA Hard drive
DVD burner
Integrated wireless card
15.4-inch screen(larger/smaller, depending on your preference)