Maybe You Already Have Wireless and Don't Know It? by Tony Fitz
More and more laptops and desktop computers are coming pre-equipped with wireless networking devices -- it's so cheap that they might as well put it in, to have another thing to list in the system specifications. It is easy to tell if a desktop computer has wireless enabled. ... Don't worry, though, if you didn't buy a Centrino laptop -- as long as your laptop has a free card slot, installing wireless on it will be no trouble. ... If you're interested, Centrino technology also increases battery life and allows computers to be smaller.

7 Questions You Need To Ask Before Buying A Notebook Computer by Sabir Rizvi
If you are planning to purchase a notebook computer, then there are seven key questions that you will need to ask yourself. Doing this will enable you to arrive at the kind of quality notebook that best suits your purposes and current budget. 1 - How portable, how powerful? ... You should look to get a system with at least 3-4 hours of battery life. ... Processors based on Centrino technology consume less power and yield improved battery lifetime. ... You will also have to remember that the larger the screen the heavier and more difficult to carry your laptop computer will be.

How To Clean A Laptop Screen Using Household Products by Gary Bracken
Do you want to regain that shiny new laptop look? Make your own Laptop Screen cleaning kit with simple household ingredients: Steps * 1. Dilute isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) into a mix with no more than 50% alcohol and the rest distilled water. ... By keeping your laptop monitor clean, you can extend the useful life of your laptop, and have a more enjoyable viewing experience...no one likes trying to work on their laptop if the monitor is filthy or difficult to see. ... Things You'll Need * Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) * Distilled water * A soft cotton cloth If you don't...

Why Purchase a Dell Laptop? by Garry Allen
One of the most well known brands on the market are Dell laptops. Of course, this comes from a lot of advertising. But their quality goes a long way in explaining why they are so big in the IT world. Let's take for example the new Dell Inspiron 6000. ... This involves the best in battery power life, the fastest graphics for gaming and multimedia, and wireless connectivity. ... Now, this chipset is strictly for mobile computers, so it is specifically designed to make sure your laptop works as optimally as possible.

Ultra Mobile PC's - The Future of Mobile Computing & Entertainment by Donny Duncan
Just when we think we've reached our mobile limit, something always comes around to blow our minds. PDA's hit the mobile business world and exploded into an overnight sensation. Laptops use to be a rare purchase, but are becoming almost as common as a regular desktop now. ... Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 7" diagonal display (or smaller) 800 x 480 wide screen resolution Integrated touch screen Integrated wireless and or bluetooth USB/Firewire Various memory stick slots Much longer battery life than a laptop Flip out, slide out, or simple on screen keyboard It won't...

Getting Acquainted with Notebook Computers by Christopher Luck
Not so long ago notebook computers were expensive, heavy and reserved for a small portion of computer users, no longer. Today’s notebooks are lighter, less expensive and can be as fully featured as their stuck on your desk counterparts. A little knowledge can be helpful if you are considering... * Battery – Finding out your battery is dead when you’re in your seat on the airplane renders the most expensive notebook computer worthless. ... Don’t forget the more hardware and software you have up and running the shorter your battery’s life will be.

Dual Core Laptops - Sorting The Facts From The Fluff by Laurie Vella
Mobile computing technology is ever changing and the latest evolutionary step is the development of dual core processor laptops. New CPU’s for notebooks. The recent introduction of the NAPA Platform has shown some significant enhancements on the older Somona technology. ... Performance Increases: - Dual core processing with 667Mhz Front Side Bus - Latest Intel 945 Chipset - Generation 3.5 Intel Integrated Graphics - DDR2/667 Dual Channel Memory - Lower power consumption = Increased battery life - Latest IEEE 802.11 Standards We've been playing with a couple of the latest Toshibas to...

Could You Use a Tablet PC? by Jeffrey Wendland
Do you need a Tablet PC? First off, what is a tablet pc? Tablet pc is a great name for it because it literally is like a tablet, or a pen and paper notebook. It is a slate-shaped computer that is easy to take with you on the go. The user operates the touch screen with a digital pen, a stylus, or... The battery life usually last from 2-6 hours depending on the model you choose. ... To use as a traditional laptop, the slate tablet style requires being connected to a docking station or having an optional keyboard plugged in or connected by BlueTooth to use a keyboard.

Practical Tips For Buying Your New Laptop by Titus Hoskins
So you want to buy a laptop but don't know where to start. You're not alone. Buying a new laptop can present many challenges, especially if you're unfamiliar with laptops or notebook computers. Over the last little while so much new laptop technology has hit the market... ... Make A List It might prove helpful to create a list of the minimum requirements or features you want on your desired laptop: Intel Duo 1 Gig of RAM 100 Gig Hard Drive 15 Inch Screen 4 or 5 Hours Battery Life Burn/Write DVDs...

Thin And Light - Ultraportable Laptops by Sean Nicholls
In recent years, the big players in the laptop arena (Sony, Toshiba, HP, IBM, etc.) have begun producing ever more portable laptop computers, weighing in as little as 2.8 pounds and offering as much as 9 hours playback. Often portability would come at the cost of sacrificing functionality in... Pros: Stylish in silver and red models Decent battery life Integrated supermulti-drive Reasonable price point 6-in-1 media card reader Wireless 802.11a/b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR Cons: Hard to find replacement or increased capacity battery Windows XP (free upgrade to Vista Home...