SHOULD BUY A NETBOOK(MINI LAPPY) OR A FULL-SIZED LAPPY(LAPTOP)

Should You Buy a Netbook or a Full-Sized Laptop? Portable or powerful–that is the essential choice you need to make between netbooks and laptops. But many other considerations enter into the total equation: price, productivity, operating system, risk of repetitive strain injury, and expandability, among others.

5 Reasons to Choose a Netbook Over a Laptop

1. Portability Netbooks are much easier to carry around at work, at school, in the field, even at home. Most are the size and shape of a small hardcover book, making them ideal for anyone who likes to travel light or who has to carry a lot of other stuff.
2. Price The most expensive single part of mobile computers are their LCD screens. Netbooks will always be cheaper than similar laptops because netbook screens are smaller. But netbooks also tend to include smaller disk drives, less memory, and less-powerful processors, making them pretty cheap.
3. Cool Talking about temperature here, not popularity, modern laptops can become quite uncomfortably hot. (I’ve heard it joked that they’re hot enough to render a man sterile.) The less-powerful processors and solid-state storage in many netbooks keeps them at a comfortable temperature for sitting right on your lap.
4. Durable Netbooks with solid-state disk drives (usually netbooks with 64 GB or less disk space) are much better at withstanding accidental falls than their laptop counterparts. Indeed, it seems many netbooks are engineered to withstand falls. The durability and low-price of netbooks makes them ideal for young children and teenagers.
5. Attractive Mobile computer manufactures have learned from cell phone manufactures that people want to customize the appearance of their devices. Custom cases look good on netbooks, on large laptops, custom cases can look like you’re trying too hard.

5 Reasons to Choose a Laptop Over a Netbook

1. Productivity You can do almost anything on a full-screen laptop you can do on a typical desktop computer. Except for a few specialized applications, laptops have the processing power and screen size necessary to support the work you do.
2. Lowered Risk of RSI One of the most devastating and common ailments which can befall the modern knowledge worker is Repetitive Strain Injury,  a consequence of typing too much in bad conditions. Left untreated, RSI can cripple you for life, taking away your ability to type fast and possibly ending your career.Typing on an undersized netbook keyboard is a major contributor to RSI. Your author, a professional writer, had to stop using his netbook for non-trivial work after beginning to suffer RSI.
3. Accessories Laptops include hardware that won’t fit into tiny netbooks. For example, laptops include built-in DVD players, which can make it easier to install software or to watch videos during long trips.
4. Higher-Quality Parts Although bargain-basement laptops abound, the typical laptop is made out of higher-quality parts than the typical netbook. Laptop screens, touchpads, and keyboards usually last much longer than their netbook counterparts.
5. Expandability Most laptops can accept additional computer memory (RAM) and larger disk drives, and some even let you upgrade the processor or wireless card. These modifications aren’t usually available to netbook owners. This is why most people think there is no comparison between a Netbook or a Full-Sized Laptop.

Choosing Between Them? Should You Buy a Netbook or a Full-Sized Laptop?

Ask yourself which benefits you need from either list above. If all of the benefits you need come from just one list, then you’re a perfect match for that type of mobile computer. But, if you’re like most people, you want some combination of benefits available in both laptops and netbooks. So how do you choose which device to buy?
We suggest that you imagine your life with both devices. Walk through your typical day holding a netbook; then walk through that typical day again holding a laptop. Focus mainly on the pitfalls of the device, but also pay attention to any important benefits.

Here are some important questions to ask when deciding if  you should buy a Netbook or a full-sized laptop:

• Will I be typing a lot? You probably want a laptop, but if you have small hands, a netbook might suit you well.
• Will I be using my mobile computer in a tough situation that will probably destroy it? You probably want a cheap netbook.
• Will I need a fast processor or the screen-space of a full desktop? Consider buying a full desktop computer, but if that isn’t an option, you almost certainly want a fast, large-screen laptop.
• Do I have space in my backpack, briefcase, or bag for a large laptop? If not, look at small netbooks.
• Will I be playing 3D action games? Gamers will much prefer the larger screens and faster computer processors of laptops. Remember to buy an external mouse touchpads make for horrible gaming.

Should You Buy a Netbook or a Full-Sized Laptop And How Much To Spend?

A lot depends on the features you select, but the following prices apply to most netbooks and laptops available on the market in early 2011:

Netbooks most often feature screens between 7 and 11 inches with 10 inches being most common today. The smallest, cheapest netbooks often run Linux; all others (except the MacBook Air) run Windows XP or Windows 7 Starter. Expect to pay N30,000($200) or slightly less for a cheap Linux netbook to N35,000($300) for a mid-range 10-inch Windows netbook to N40,000($400) or even N45,000($500) for a high-end 10 or 11-inch netbook.

Used Laptops are easier to buy than ever before, especially through manufacturer-certified refurbishment programs. Supplies and prices vary too much to include any detail in this article, but consider buying refurbished if you need laptop features on a tight budget.

New Laptops running Windows 7 most often feature screens between 13 and 17 inches (with a few 12 and 18-inch screens). Most common today appears to be the 15-inch widescreen. Laptop prices increase significantly when they have faster processors, increased memory (RAM), or large disk drives. A common configuration today provides the laptop with a 15-inch screen, a 4-core 2GHz 64-bit processor, 4GB computer memory, and 500GB disk space for about N80-90,000($600).

LAPTOP COMPUTER BUYING TIPS & TRICKS FOR THIS PRESENT TECH WORLD.

When choosing a new laptop to buy, you should be careful because there is a lot

of cheap junk out there on the market. Follow these tips for buying a new laptop

computer that should last at least two years or more.

1. Make sure the laptop is an Intel dual core at the minimum.

2. 2GB of ram (memory) minimum.

3. A minimum of 250GB hard drive. (And an external hard drive for backup).

4. Inbuilt wireless adapter, and a Ethernet port.

5. Make sure it has enough USB ports. Everything plugs in through USB now days.

6. I would be ideal to get a spare battery and an ac adapter. These are the parts that go first on a laptop.

7. Inbuilt DVD burner.

8. Firewire port to connect a video camera if necessary.

9. A laptop carry bag for protection and to hold all the accessories.

10. A wireless mini mouse.

11. A year or more warranty.

12. MAKE SURE the laptop is not display stock as they leave the power adapters plugged in and running 24-7.

Choosing the right desktop or laptop computer to buy can be a daunting task if you don’t know what you are talking about. What does all that computer jargon mean anyway? Hard drive, processor, ram, memory, hardware, software. Here is a definition of the most common computer terms. It is best to arm yourself with a bit of research and knowledge about the product before you commit to buy.

Notes:

Transferring digital video. If you want to edit digital video you will need a firewire card to transfer your digital video to your computer. However if you have a newer type video camera it could possibly connect through a USB port on your computer, therefore you wouldn’t need a firewire. To edit video’s you will also need a decent graphics card to handle the work.

Gaming machine. You will need a good graphics card to be able to play big games without any hiccups. Especially if you want to play something like The Sims 3.

Building Webpage’s and uploading file. You will need a fast broadband connection and webpage building software.

LAPTOP COMPUTER BUYING TIPS & TRICKS FOR THIS PRESENT TECH WORLD.

When choosing a new laptop to buy, you should be careful because there is a lot

of cheap junk out there on the market. Follow these tips for buying a new laptop

computer that should last at least two years or more.

1. Make sure the laptop is an Intel dual core at the minimum.

2. 2GB of ram (memory) minimum.

3. A minimum of 250GB hard drive. (And an external hard drive for backup).

4. Inbuilt wireless adapter, and a Ethernet port.

5. Make sure it has enough USB ports. Everything plugs in through USB now days.

6. I would be ideal to get a spare battery and an ac adapter. These are the parts that go first on a laptop.

7. Inbuilt DVD burner.

8. Firewire port to connect a video camera if necessary.

9. A laptop carry bag for protection and to hold all the accessories.

10. A wireless mini mouse.

11. A year or more warranty.

12. MAKE SURE the laptop is not display stock as they leave the power adapters plugged in and running 24-7.

Choosing the right desktop or laptop computer to buy can be a daunting task if you don’t know what you are talking about. What does all that computer jargon mean anyway? Hard drive, processor, ram, memory, hardware, software. Here is a definition of the most common computer terms. It is best to arm yourself with a bit of research and knowledge about the product before you commit to buy.

Notes:

Transferring digital video. If you want to edit digital video you will need a firewire card to transfer your digital video to your computer. However if you have a newer type video camera it could possibly connect through a USB port on your computer, therefore you wouldn’t need a firewire. To edit video’s you will also need a decent graphics card to handle the work.

Gaming machine. You will need a good graphics card to be able to play big games without any hiccups. Especially if you want to play something like The Sims 3.

Building Webpage’s and uploading file. You will need a fast broadband connection and webpage building software.

Computer COMPUTER BUYING TIPS & TRICKS FOR NOVICE – DESKTOP OR LAPTOP

Technology has progressed considerably therefore making information more vital. we use our desktop and laptop computers for more and more tasks everyday. Most of us rely on a computer for communication, education, and even entertainment. There seems to be no ending to a computers capability and this is why you need to buy a computer that will suit your needs. If you know what to buy and just want to know how to buy, then see general computer buying tips. Desktop Computer Buying Tips & Tricks for Novice. If you just want a computer to check your emails, then you can go and buy any old computer to do the job. If you want to do a bit more with a desktop computer, like saving files, browsing the internet, or using large applications, you will need a computer to suit those needs.

These tips are aimed at a person buying a full computer system that is already put together.

What kind of computer case suits you?

There are some very fancy looking computer systems that might look appealing in the shop, but might not look so good after a year or so. There are red monsters with flashing lights, with opening doors, and hidden buttons. I prefer the black, relatively plain computer case, but still nice looking. This will last the test of time and fashion. It won’t turn out to be some piece of unfashionable junk.

How fast should a computer be for this present time?

Having quality components inside your computer will obviously make it run faster. Dual core or more…The minimum processor you will need should be dual core. You can get a dual core 3.2ghz which runs very fast. This is what I have in my computer and it runs 20-30 tasks at the same time. That is a bit extreme, however we are thinking of the future. We do not want your computer to be outdated and slow in a years’ time. I also usually prefer an Intel processor, however AMD and Athlon are very good also. If you choose to go for a quad core I will be seriously jealous, as this computer would perform any task and do hundreds at the same time. But don’t forget that every great processor needs a decent amount of ram (memory) to function to its full potential.

How much memory do I need?

Having 4Gb of memory would be just great! I would say that you would defiantly need this if you are using the Windows Vista operating system However if you have Windows Seven, which runs fantastic even on old computers, then don’t worry if you have less. Windows Seven is a better operating system and uses less computer resources.

How much hard drive space do I need when buying a computer this Year?

You are probably thinking that you do not need much hard drive storage space, but let me explain. In the good old days photos were printed at a photo shop however now we store all of our photos digitally. This means we will naturally need more storage space. We also extract video footage from video camera’s which takes up a lot of room, and new games really take up room. The point is, if you are buying this computer for the future, then you should be equipped. I recommend having at least a 250GB hard drive for the main hard drive where the operating system will be installed. Then it would be great to have a second hard drive installed where you can store your files (installing a second hard drive takes about 5 mins). After that I would suggest buying a 500GB external hard drive to backup onto.

This might sound extreme to you, but who would have ever thought we would be storing our photos on the computer and printing them from there. Soon everything might be stored digitally.

Motherboard? When buying a ready made desktop people usually overlook the motherboard which is the main system board of the computer. You can check to see if the motherboard includes enoughplugs

&::Do I need a DVD Drive?

Yes you do need a DVD drive. This will play music cd’s, games, DVD movies, and more. You should have at least one DVD burner drive installed. When you are buying a new computer the minimum you should have installed is a 20 speed DVD writer.

Do I need an extra graphics and sound card installed?

If you plan to watch movies, look at fancy graphics on the internet, or play games on your computer then you need a graphics card. Having a graphics card will make your computer run faster. If you do not have a graphics card, when graphics appear on your screen it will be using the computers memory to display it. This will slow your computer down, or in some cases, even stop it dead. A sound card is a different story though.

Do you want to turn your computer into a monster stereo or do you just want to hear sound?

I have onboard 6 channel sound with sub woofer speakers and can still blast my office with sound. I personally do not need a sound card, and the average user shouldn’t either. Standard items that come with every computer system:

Your computer should come with a computer keyboard, mouse, LCD flat screen monitor, and all the cords needed to connect the computer. It should also come with all the necessary CD’s needed to restore the computer to its original state.

How much does the average new desktop computer cost presently?

If you were to get all of these features I have mentioned above, and you did shop around, there is no doubt you could get this for around $1,000(N50,000). If you wanted to add more warranty, that would be extra. Of course you can go for a bigger and better computer and spend more money, but if you do not need it, why do it? If you are game enough to build your own I suggest you make a list of the parts you need,