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Replace Desktop With Laptop?
"I'm thinking about getting a new computer, because mine is several years old. My friends seem to love their laptops, but I'm not sure they can fully replace my trusty desktop computer. Can a laptop really do everything, and are they as fast and powerful as desktop computers?"
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"Should I buy an Ultrabook? I've been holding back on the purchase of a new laptop, anticipating the arrival of a thin, light-weight Ultrabook for under $1000. But so far, I'm not that impressed with what I see. Should I give up and buy a MacBook Air, or is there reason to hold out?"
Continue reading "Ultrabooks are Here... Yay?"...Do You Need Laptop Insurance?
"I'm considering laptop insurance because my laptop was recently stolen in an airport. Fortunately, all my personal files were on a jump drive that I keep in my pocket, but I still had to replace my $2000 laptop. Do you think insurance is worthwhile? If so, how much should I expect to pay?"
Continue reading "Do You Need Laptop Insurance?"...What is an Ultrabook?
"I've been looking around at new laptops, and I keep coming across the term "ultrabook." But I can't actually find any such thing for sale. What exactly is an Ultrabook, and what type of user are they best suited for?"
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"I travel often for business, and my 5-year-old laptop is showing signs of age. What are some of the differences that make so-called 'business laptops' worth the extra money, and what laptop brands or models do you recommend for business users?"
Continue reading "Seven Great Laptops for Business Travelers"...Is Macbook Air The Best Laptop Ever?
In July 2011, Apple updated its Macbook Air ultraportable laptop family. The new models come with the Intel "Sandy Bridge" processors, Thunderbolt connectivity, and a backlit keyboard. The new machines all run the latest Mac OS X Lion operating system, too. Does all that make Air the best laptop ever? Read on...
Continue reading "Is Macbook Air The Best Laptop Ever?"...Which Netbooks Cost Under $300?
"I'm sending my daughter off to college this fall, and she needs a decent netbook computer for word processing, web browsing, email, etc. But our budget is limited to around $300 - what models do you recommend?"
Continue reading "Which Netbooks Cost Under $300?"...Laptop Data Security
One in ten corporate laptops will be lost or stolen during their three-year lifetimes, according to a study conducted by the Ponemon Institute in 2010. Here are the steps you should take to make sure your laptop, and the sensitive data you carry, is safe from loss or theft...
Continue reading "Laptop Data Security"...Should Your Next Laptop Be a Chromebook?
"I'm ready for a new laptop or notebook, but of course there's something new to consider, just as I was ready to buy. What do you see as the benefits and weaknesses of the new Chromebook?"
Continue reading "Should Your Next Laptop Be a Chromebook?"...Track a Stolen Laptop
"I just got a new laptop, and since I travel often, I'm looking for something to help me locate the laptop if it's ever lost of stolen. What do you recommend?"
Continue reading "Track a Stolen Laptop"...Extend Laptop Battery Life
It's easy to take electrical outlets for granted; they're everywhere, right? But sometimes you forget your laptop's power cord at home, or somehow get stuck far from wall power. Then you'll be glad you followed these tips to maximize the life of your laptop's battery...
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The reliability of a laptop should be as high on your shopping list as its processor, RAM, screen size, and other criteria. All the bells whistles in the world aren't worth much when they aren't working. So who makes the most reliable laptops, and what models give the least trouble?
Continue reading "Most Reliable Laptops"...Make Your Laptop Faster
Many people spend more time on their laptop computers than they do at desktop models. For them, speed is just as important. Unfortunately, laptops generally make a trade-off between weight, price, and performance that can leave them running slower than their desktop counterparts. Here are some things you can do to squeeze more speed out of your laptop…
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Renting a laptop for a day, a week, or a month is easier than you might think. A number of firms specialize in laptop rentals on a local or nationwide basis, and so do some of the rent-to-own stores found in major metropolitan areas. Here's the scoop on renting a laptop...
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If you're a hard-core game you want dive into your favorite game wherever you are. Gaming laptops are the mobile solution for playing Half Life, Call of Duty 4, Halo, and other highly immersive massively multi-player role-playing games. But gaming laptops are not cheap, and finding the perfect balance of performance versus cost and portability takes a lot of factors into consideration...
Continue reading "Gaming Laptops"...Replace Laptop Hard Drive
"My laptop has run out of space on the hard drive and I want to replace it, but I've never done anything like that. Can you give me the steps for replacing a laptop's hard drive?"
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"Sometimes my laptop's battery power meter shows that I have 10-20% remaining power, but it shuts down unexpectedly. Can I calibrate the battery so that the power meter shows an accurate measure?"
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Laptops are full of compromises between size, energy efficiency, and performance. The manufacturing cost of components enters into the equation, too. So if you want the best performance possible from any laptop component, you must upgrade the original component with one made by a third party. This is particularly true with graphics cards for laptops...
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A laptop docking station is a powered system of ports into which a laptop computer is plugged, allowing the laptop to recharge its battery and connect to various desktop devices. A laptop docking station allows a laptop to double as a desktop computer with more resources than will fit in a shoulder bag. Learn more about connecting your laptop with a docking station...
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The fashionable Apple iPad has sparked renewed interest in a neglected category of computers, the so-called "slate PC." It may surprise you to learn that, long before the iPad appeared everywhere, there have been many makes and models of this form factor. And I'm not talking about Fred Flintstone as a technology pioneer. Check out these slate PCs before you run off to the Apple store...
Continue reading "Slate PCs"...Free Laptop Scam?
"Today a flashing popup appeared on my screen saying I was the 999,999 visitor and I should claim my free laptop. I was afraid to click on it, because I assumed it was a scam or possibly a virus/spyware trap. But I guess anything is possible... is there any truth to this free laptop thing?"
Continue reading "Free Laptop Scam?"...Best Laptops for Windows 7
"I am getting ready to buy a laptop, and I want to run Windows 7. Are netbooks powerful enough to run Win7, or should I go for a larger and more powerful laptop?"
Continue reading "Best Laptops for Windows 7"...Speed Up Your Laptop
"My laptop is only a year old, but it seems to be running slower than when it was new. And it's definitely a lot slower than my desktop for most things. What can I do to speed up my laptop?"
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Laptop computers get hot. All those electronic components crammed solidly into a small space generate lots of excess heat. The heat can shorten the life of the electronics, and it can be uncomfortable for the user balancing a laptop on his or her lap. So what can you do to cool your laptop? Read on...
Continue reading "Is Your Laptop Overheating?"...Laptop Battery Replacement
Sooner or later, you will need to replace your laptop battery. Every battery degrades with use, even rechargeable ones. When your laptop battery no longer keeps a charge or the battery life is too short, there are several things you can do…
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The surprising thing is not a laptop hard drive crash, but the rarity with which it happens. When you think about hard drives and what people do with laptops, it's surprising that laptop hard drives don't crash more often. But it does happen. Here are some things you can do to minimize the risk of a laptop hard drive crash, and to recover if one does happen...
Continue reading "Laptop Hard Drive Crash"...How to Buy a Laptop
A laptop computer makes a popular gift to give or receive. But the laptop landscape is dotted with thousands of species and subspecies. Which one should you choose, and how should you buy it - online or in a big electronics store?
Continue reading "How to Buy a Laptop"...Laptop Encryption
If your laptop was lost or stolen, how bad would that be? Yep, really, really, bad. You need to protect yourself and your files, just in case the laptop falls into the wrong hands. That's where laptop encryption comes in...
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What is a netbook? And what's the difference between a netbook and a laptop? You may be standing in a store asking yourself these questions soon. Here are the answers...
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The mobility that laptops and notebook computers provide has made it imperative for users to take steps to secure their computers. There are several simple things that you can do to keep your laptop safe. Read on to learn how to protect your laptop from theft, snooping and data loss...
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"I'm considering buying one of those netbook mini-laptops for my daughter. Can they do everything that the larger laptops do? Can you recommend any specific mini laptop models?"
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Laptops are incredibly versatile now. If you've been put off by typing on a cramped keyboard, or frustrated by not having a real mouse, the latest crop of touchscreen laptops may be of interest to you. Here are three touchscreen laptop reviews...
Continue reading "Touchscreen Laptops"...XO - The $200 Laptop
"I've read about the '$200 XO Laptop' that's being promoted by the One Laptop Per Child organization. I think it's great that these will be given to children in poor countries, but is it possible to buy an XO laptop for my own child?"
Continue reading "XO - The $200 Laptop"...Buying a Laptop
Laptops are a great option for people who need to compute on the move. In the past, laptops were bulky, heavy and slow. But today, laptop technology has advanced and today's models are fast, light and offer nearly the same performance as their desktop counterparts. If you're in the market for a laptop computer, then it makes good sense to learn a few basic facts about important laptop features, as well whether brand makes a difference in the performance and quality of the laptop or not, before you spend any time or money shopping for one.
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"Currently in my home I have a desktop computer that is for family use, and I have a laptop for work. When I bring my laptop home, I have to unhook my DSL line and hook it to my laptop. My laptop has a wireless card built in -- can I get a router that can go wireless, and have a line to go to my desktop, that is not wireless?"
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Nicholas Negroponte has a dream... to provide a laptop with internet access to hundreds of millions of children in developing countries around the world. Negroponte's "One Laptop Per Child" is a non-profit group that has been working for several years to create a fully functional $100 laptop, powered by a hand crank.
Continue reading "One Laptop Per Child"...Laptop Monitor is Dead
My old IBM laptop monitor still "glows" but I can't see anything; I guess the video gave up the ghost. However, I can hear all of the normal things when I turn it on. It served me well but I need to transfer my files to my new laptop. I bought "Transfer my PC deluxe" software but I wonder if I can use my new laptop to view the files on my old laptop. And how would I do this?
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