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âDESKTOP REPLACEMENTSââPCS WITH POWER + PORTABILITY
What's New in Technology
November 2003
âDESKTOP REPLACEMENTSââPCS WITH POWER + PORTABILITY
If you are in the market for a new computer and conduct business in various different locations, you might want to check out the latest generation of âdesktop replacementâ laptops. âDesktop replacementsâ give you the same power and memory that a traditional desktop PC offers with the portability of a notebook. If you currently use a PC in your place of business, a laptop for travel and a PC at home for work projects, a âreplacementâ might simplify your life, allowing you to dispense with the cumbersome array of PC hardware in your house. This new powerful hybrid may be the right choice for you if you need a workhorse computer at the weekend and at the office, or if your desk time alternates between your business and your home office.
Bear in mind that the powerful systems and top-notch performance that these âreplacementsâ offer come with some trade-offs. Their battery life is limited and they are really intended for people who plan to use them at home or in a location where they can be plugged in to a handy power source. These extra-powerful laptops would not be a good buy for the executive who likes to pass the time in airport lounges or on plane trips at the keyboard. Weighing in at an average of 8 pounds, this new breed of laptop would add considerable heft to your carry-on luggage, too.
Hereâs a quick run down of the advantages and drawbacks desktop replacements offer:
The Right Model
Finding the right model for you will require you to balance how much power you require with portability (or weight) considerations. You will also want to determine how many multimedia options you want and at what price. Expect to pay from $1,300 to $2,000 or more for âreplacementâ MS-DOS laptops featuring at least a 2 GHz processor, 256MB of RAM and a 40GB hard drive. If the latest generation of âreplacementsâ with all the âbells and whistlesâ interests you, check out models from Sony, Fujitsu and Toshiba. If a portable workhorse is your preference try IBMâs ThinkPad G40 (www.ibm.com)
If you canât live without a full range of multimedia options, you might want to give the Sony GRT160 a try (www.sonystyle.com), or Fujitsuâs LifeBook N Series (www.fujitsupc.com).
If top-of-the line multimedia is your passion, the fully loaded Toshiba Satellite P25 model ((www.shoptoshiba.com) offers truly impressive performance with great visuals and sound, but weighs in at almost 10 pounds.
As with any computer purchase, make sure your new buy meets everything on your âmust haveâ list and offers only the features and options you truly need. Before you part with your hard-earned money, check that the keyboard design and mouse configuration are right for you.
Bear in mind that the powerful systems and top-notch performance that these âreplacementsâ offer come with some trade-offs. Their battery life is limited and they are really intended for people who plan to use them at home or in a location where they can be plugged in to a handy power source. These extra-powerful laptops would not be a good buy for the executive who likes to pass the time in airport lounges or on plane trips at the keyboard. Weighing in at an average of 8 pounds, this new breed of laptop would add considerable heft to your carry-on luggage, too.
Hereâs a quick run down of the advantages and drawbacks desktop replacements offer:
| Pluses | Minuses |
| Powerful systems. Speed and memory rivals desktop models; can run various applications, play DVDs etc. | Battery life is limitedâto about 2 or 3 hours |
| Portable and travels well | Heavier than laptops. Most weigh in between 7.5 and 10 pounds (laptops run about 3 pounds) |
| Latest models can provide multimedia options that rival or beat performance of desk-top models | Key boards may vibrate when CD player is working |
| Designed for working for long periods | Not all have full-size keyboards; check out mouse and key board operations before you buy |
The Right Model
Finding the right model for you will require you to balance how much power you require with portability (or weight) considerations. You will also want to determine how many multimedia options you want and at what price. Expect to pay from $1,300 to $2,000 or more for âreplacementâ MS-DOS laptops featuring at least a 2 GHz processor, 256MB of RAM and a 40GB hard drive. If the latest generation of âreplacementsâ with all the âbells and whistlesâ interests you, check out models from Sony, Fujitsu and Toshiba. If a portable workhorse is your preference try IBMâs ThinkPad G40 (www.ibm.com)
If you canât live without a full range of multimedia options, you might want to give the Sony GRT160 a try (www.sonystyle.com), or Fujitsuâs LifeBook N Series (www.fujitsupc.com).
If top-of-the line multimedia is your passion, the fully loaded Toshiba Satellite P25 model ((www.shoptoshiba.com) offers truly impressive performance with great visuals and sound, but weighs in at almost 10 pounds.
As with any computer purchase, make sure your new buy meets everything on your âmust haveâ list and offers only the features and options you truly need. Before you part with your hard-earned money, check that the keyboard design and mouse configuration are right for you.
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