Picking a laptop that will meet your requirements
Choosing a new laptop can be a daunting task. There are so many different factors to consider. What software do you need? Which operating system will be best? How much hard disk space do you need? How fast a processor? How big a screen? If you want to guarantee that you get exactly the right laptop, you need to identify what you want and then stick to that, not getting distracted.
One major factor will be the size of the screen. Netbooks offer 8.9″ or 10.1″ screens, while larger laptops might have a 17″ or 18″ display. There are plenty of other sizes between these two extremes.
If you want a portable laptop for a bit of internet browsing and for checking your emails, you don’t need anything too powerful. A small netbook ought to be sufficient. Very small models such as the Dell Mini are light and suitable if you’re not planning on spending large amounts of time online or playing games.
In terms of mid-sized laptops, the Dell Inspiron 1545 is a good choice. This is a popular model with a 15.6″ screen. When it was first launched, it benefited from a huge advertising campaign and a low price and has since remained popular. Mid-sized laptops offer a good mix between work, entertainment and portability. These are the all-rounders, big enough to use for multimedia, but still small enough that you can easily carry them around.
Among larger laptops, the Dell Vostro 3700 is a hit with many people. Its 17.3″ screen is perhaps more geared towards the gamer or those who use CAD software and suchlike. The large screen allows you to have multiple windows on screen without their being unusable although the laptop’s size also means it’s not so great for carrying around.
Should you ever need to replace a Dell laptop screen because of a crack or fault, the task is fairly straightforward and you can probably do it yourself if you consult some online guides. However, you may feel happier leaving it to professionals, in which case your local repair shop should be able to do the job.
Jacob Hunter writes about a range of subjects, and promotes a number of subjects online these include Dell Laptop power supplies and Dell Replacement Laptop Screens.