All purpose notebooks deliver just what a person wants: a screen that is not too small or big, a powerful CPU, a chassis with a comfortable keyboard and an optical drive. In short this may just be the thing that you want.
Laptops are more about fashion and less about functionality. To an ordinary person notebooks are more of an ornament and a statement that not only does you work but does it in an elegant manner.
The category of all purpose notebooks comprise of thin and light models with 13.3 and 14 inch screens. It also has a screen of up to 15.4 inches for a usual mainstream portable.
If a machine is not for a niche buyer, that is someone is looking for a desktop replacement, then it is an all purpose laptop. You will also find these notebooks tailored according to the requirements of the users.
• 1.8 GHz to 2.4 GHz Intel core 2 Duo CPU
• 2 GB RAM
• Sharp, bright widescreen
• 160 GB to 320 GB hard drive
• DL DVD burner
Even if you are going for a cheap option, you should look between the range of £150 and £500. As a rule, laptops cost three times more than a PC.
• Focus on the screen. Opt for as large screen as possible. It will make the working more enjoyable. Travelers may opt for a 13.3 inch panel with a machine under 4 pounds. But those who do not travel often should go for a machine between 4.5 and 6. Pounds, with a 14.1 or 15.4 inch LCD.
• Think more power. Go for an Intel core 2 Duo processor between 1.8 GHz to 2.4 GHz range. This will provide plenty of power for multi tasking as well. As far as RAM is concerned, you should opt a 2GB RAM.
• Get a versatile optical drive. Be sure to go for a multi-format dual layer DVD burner. If you need back up for your important files, music and photos then a DVD burner with a 9.5 GB capacity will come in helpful.
• Choosing a premium OS. It will be better to stay away from machines that only offer Vista Basic in favor of Vista Business or Vista Home Premium. Many buyers may prefer a model that offers the leaner and Windows XP. Also don’t forget about Mac. Also the latest OS X is the best available mainstream operating system.
• Watch the support. Make sure that you get at least a one year warranty. 24/7 tech support will be ideal for you but if you are not able to get it then insist on tech support that complement the time zones daytime hours of your area.
