Question:
Barebones notebook
Hey everyone, I just want to get a light notebook I can use for internet, aim, and word processing for a cheap price.
1) What is your budget?
About $800 but want to spend as little as possible
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
b. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
3) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook?
Word processing, internet, and aim
4) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk?
Taking it to school for notes
5) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games?
None
6) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
I don't like dell too much, but if i can get an awesome deal from them, fine.
7) How many hours of battery life do you need?
I'd like 3-4 hours
8) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
No
9) What country are you buying this in?
USA
Screen Specifics
10) Would you prefer standard or widescreen?
Widescreen, but whichever's cheapest
11) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
Standard
a. XGA -1024x768 - Large and easy to read text + graphics icons, but you fit less stuff on the screen.
Widescreen
d. WXGA or WXGA+ - 1280x768/800 or 1440x900; Wider viewing version of XGA, good for movie viewing or spreadsheets.
12) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
matte
Build Quality and Design
13) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
Not really
14) How long do you want this laptop to last?
About 3 years
Notebook Components
15) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 120GB?
60gig would be fine
16) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD-ROM, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-RW drive? Ability to read DVDs would be good.
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Answer:
Re: Barebones notebook
if you want really cheap for thin and light, you choices would be the dell e1405 or the compaq v2000z.
Answer:
Re: Barebones notebook
Lenovo n100 would be another option.
Answer:
Re: Barebones notebook
if you want really good value, I suggest the Dell Inspiron 1300
Also look at the MSI Megabook S260