thanks for the info.
i assume that this laptop will be able to handle everything that I will need in Comp Sci. (i am thinking yes, just double checking before I dump cash into it
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| Author: | BigR1234 [ Mon Aug 25, 2008 12:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Laptop Opinions |
Hi All, I am heading into Comp Sci at carleton, and was wanting to get a laptop. How much value is there to have a laptop with you? Has anyone heard good/bad reviews of http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10109644&CMP=BAC-FS_hbad_t1_s1-EN Thanks |
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| Author: | jernst [ Mon Aug 25, 2008 1:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Laptop Opinions |
Hey, I can't speak for that exact model of Toshiba from Futureshop, but last year I bought a similar model that was an open box for pretty cheap and have no troubles with it at all. Very good value for the price in my opinion, I have vista and ubuntu on it and do all my school work on it. In terms of value on having a laptop with you, I personally like to have it to look up stuff I don't quite understand while the teacher is talking. Just try not to let yourself get distracted from the lectures (I have had this happen as well and it caused me to have more trouble understanding some concepts). |
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| Author: | BigR1234 [ Mon Aug 25, 2008 1:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Laptop Opinions |
thanks for the info. i assume that this laptop will be able to handle everything that I will need in Comp Sci. (i am thinking yes, just double checking before I dump cash into it ) |
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| Author: | wtd [ Tue Aug 26, 2008 12:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
Toshiba Satellites are garbage. This message is brought to you by a Toshiba-certified technician. If you want a decent laptop buy a MacBook or Thinkpad. |
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| Author: | apomb [ Wed Aug 27, 2008 9:57 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
What are people's thoughts on HP laptops for non-technical/artistic computer use? |
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| Author: | Zeroth [ Wed Aug 27, 2008 11:19 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Laptop Opinions |
stay far far away from HP laptops for any use. HP has this odd belief that they control the computer not you. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Wed Aug 27, 2008 11:51 am ] |
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Seconded. |
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| Author: | StealthArcher [ Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:49 pm ] |
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I got an earlier version of this thing for just under 1k: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8892825&type=product&id=1211587727985 Mine has a T9300 installed, as well as a second 160GB HDD for ubuntu, and another 2GB stick, seeing as the older 6831 came with only 3. Runs anything I can throw at it. However, this coming from a person who can haul 30+ pounds without back problems, so, make your choice wisely. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Wed Aug 27, 2008 11:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
That Gateway is too much computer for the price. They skimped somewhere. Somewhere important. |
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| Author: | StealthArcher [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 12:54 am ] |
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Yeah: -The default processor sucks balls, cold blue ones. - The build is huge, very big, and the battery sticks out. -It isn't the most flexless laptop, though it isn't half bad either. - The bluetooth adapter is a POS from what I've heard. -The fans are in the WEIRDEST place ever. -Oh, and I doubt most here care, but 1440x 900 on a 17" does look just a little fuzzy. Other than that, I've yet to find problems, and I have stressed this thing but good, both physically and electronically. Just one review for those interested: http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4208&review=Gateway+P%2D7811FX |
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| Author: | wtd [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 1:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
Buy a Mac! Or a Lenovo Thinkpad T400. |
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| Author: | chrisbrown [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 8:09 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
Having slacked off all summer, I have no money for a new laptop so I'll be using a Thinkpad 390 for school. P2 233MHz, 96Mb RAM, 1 usb port, no ethernet, no battery. 800x600. How enjoyable. |
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| Author: | StealthArcher [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 10:08 am ] |
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Heal: +1 votes to Thinkpad T400 Hurt: -1 votes to any and all (Cr)apple products. |
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| Author: | md [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 10:58 am ] |
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A Thinkpad T400 looks like the best thing going right now, but I expect a new Apple to appear soon. |
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| Author: | PaulButler [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 5:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
As md said just above, a new MacBook should be coming soon. Or if you buy one now from a Mac store you can get a free iPod or iPod Touch. I find Toshibas are a bit clunky, but are solid computers. I abuse mine constantly and it takes it pretty well. They ship with a rather poor operating system, but that is easily fixed if you can use Linux. |
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| Author: | jbking [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 7:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
My HP laptop has served me well for the past couple of years, though it was a refurbished first generation Centrino model. On the other hand, my roommate's Dell computer has had its share of issues and may have one of those faulty graphics cards that I'm not looking forward to seeing. Notebookreview.com has some good reviews if you want some more information on the model you are considering. |
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| Author: | wtd [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 7:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Laptop Opinions |
PaulButler @ Fri Aug 29, 2008 6:31 am wrote: I find Toshibas are a bit clunky, but are solid computers.
Trust me, they are not in anyway solid |
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| Author: | PaulButler [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 8:15 pm ] |
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wtd @ Thu Aug 28, 2008 7:26 pm wrote: PaulButler @ Fri Aug 29, 2008 6:31 am wrote: I find Toshibas are a bit clunky, but are solid computers.
Trust me, they are not in anyway solid Admittedly my sample size is pretty small, but I've never had any problems with mine or heard of any problems from my friends who have Toshibas. My previous laptop was a Gateway though, so I guess anything could seem solid in comparison to that. |
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| Author: | TheFerret [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 8:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
My toshiba laptop broke 2 times in 1.5 years of purchase, so they are not built solid... |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Thu Aug 28, 2008 8:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Laptop Opinions |
I say go for the Mac. You won't regret it. I bought a Mac this summer and I am loving it. The OS is great. It's like a mix of Linux and Windows. But if you do buy a Mac, wait till the end of September, that's when Apple will announce the new MacBook and MacBook Pros. |
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