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Stupid Computer Question 3.14
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zamboni crash-test dummy
avoiding 72% of all shopping carts
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
Yeah, that reminds me: if you're going to buy online always Google for the mfg or retailer + coupon codes (example: 'Asus coupon codes'). And see what comes up. Most of the codes are expired or don't work but sometimes you can hit on a decent discount or free shipping.
Yeah, that reminds me: if you're going to buy online always Google for the mfg or retailer + coupon codes (example: 'Asus coupon codes'). And see what comes up. Most of the codes are expired or don't work but sometimes you can hit on a decent discount or free shipping.
Handyman
Hug someone you care about...
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
The Dell Studio I am using I got at Best Buy, it is everything I need and more (it is way more than you need Brent overall since I do some mid to high end stuff on it) and I got it for around 800. I have never had an issue with it, minus the usual stuff that Vista brings. Hell even the battery life is within about 90% of where it was when I got it!
The Dell Studio I am using I got at Best Buy, it is everything I need and more (it is way more than you need Brent overall since I do some mid to high end stuff on it) and I got it for around 800. I have never had an issue with it, minus the usual stuff that Vista brings. Hell even the battery life is within about 90% of where it was when I got it!
Gonzo
Still not a muppet
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
Good point. I don't know how to type "correctly", so I manage OK. People who have actual keyboard skills cannot get comfortable on the netbook.
Good point. I don't know how to type "correctly", so I manage OK. People who have actual keyboard skills cannot get comfortable on the netbook.
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
I think pretty much all laptops now have sufficient resolution for 720p, but only a couple of the top-end models have the resolution necessary to do full 1080p. But on a screen that size, you won't be able to see the difference when watching videos.
EDIT: Also, www.slickdeals.net is a good place to look. Go to forums-> hot deals, and then scroll to the bottom and click the icon for "systems" and it'll just list the threads on laptops/desktops.
I think pretty much all laptops now have sufficient resolution for 720p, but only a couple of the top-end models have the resolution necessary to do full 1080p. But on a screen that size, you won't be able to see the difference when watching videos.
EDIT: Also, www.slickdeals.net is a good place to look. Go to forums-> hot deals, and then scroll to the bottom and click the icon for "systems" and it'll just list the threads on laptops/desktops.
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MarkEagleUSA
C'mon Q!
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
Besides, doesn't he have skinny little fingers like those chicken legs of his? 
(j/k Brent...)
We're talking about Brent here...
Besides, doesn't he have skinny little fingers like those chicken legs of his? (j/k Brent...)
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
I can't type on a normal laptop, so forget about a mini-keyboard.
After the input in here, and talking with some computer-types at work, I ended up getting an Asus with 4GB, 15" screen, and it's fast. It ran $650.
The first guy I talked to was from the Geek Squad, and he got half the stuff wrong about the computer's specs (I had written key ones down from the online description). The actual Best Buy guy came over and corrected him, after overhearing our convo.
Also picked up a 500GB portable external drive for backup/transfer of my files.
Finally, got 18months no interest financing. I could pay it off now, but I'd rather build the credit, etc.
Sidenote: when the Best Buy guy (who kinda looked like Yager, and seemed to have a similar personality) saw I was looking at an Asus, he just about wet himself, I swear.
We're talking about Brent here...
I can't type on a normal laptop, so forget about a mini-keyboard.
After the input in here, and talking with some computer-types at work, I ended up getting an Asus with 4GB, 15" screen, and it's fast. It ran $650.
The first guy I talked to was from the Geek Squad, and he got half the stuff wrong about the computer's specs (I had written key ones down from the online description). The actual Best Buy guy came over and corrected him, after overhearing our convo.
Also picked up a 500GB portable external drive for backup/transfer of my files.
Finally, got 18months no interest financing. I could pay it off now, but I'd rather build the credit, etc.
Sidenote: when the Best Buy guy (who kinda looked like Yager, and seemed to have a similar personality) saw I was looking at an Asus, he just about wet himself, I swear.
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hockeyplayer1015
Capt
Re: Stupid Computer Question 3.14
My mom bought an ASUS around christmas and, so far, has enjoyed it. Granted, shes a minimal user (basic internet, record keeping, etc), but it seemed like a good machine when I picked it out for her.
I can't type on a normal laptop, so forget about a mini-keyboard.
After the input in here, and talking with some computer-types at work, I ended up getting an Asus with 4GB, 15" screen, and it's fast. It ran $650.
The first guy I talked to was from the Geek Squad, and he got half the stuff wrong about the computer's specs (I had written key ones down from the online description). The actual Best Buy guy came over and corrected him, after overhearing our convo.
Also picked up a 500GB portable external drive for backup/transfer of my files.
Finally, got 18months no interest financing. I could pay it off now, but I'd rather build the credit, etc.
Sidenote: when the Best Buy guy (who kinda looked like Yager, and seemed to have a similar personality) saw I was looking at an Asus, he just about wet himself, I swear.
My mom bought an ASUS around christmas and, so far, has enjoyed it. Granted, shes a minimal user (basic internet, record keeping, etc), but it seemed like a good machine when I picked it out for her.