What to look for in a laptop

If you want to find lots of lists, search "what to look for in a laptop" on Google.  Link

I take a alternative view of what to look for,  I see 3 major items as being important.

- Look / Feel, you should be comfortable with the layout of the keys, position of the screen, and weight.

- Warranty, find the longest manufacturer warranty.  It is not worth purchasing a extended warranty typically these will never provide a payback on the cost.  With a lifecycle of 2 to 3 year for most computers you can usually get most of the life of the computer covered. 

- Budget, keep to your budget.  All to often we get caught up in the excitement of purchasing and splurge for additional features, don’t fall in this trap. Most computers come very well equipped.

If you want to get technical, check out these links, 

Cnet Buying Guide

Tech Republic

You will notice that the specs keep changing and the standards to measure change as well.  More often than not clients opt for our purchase assistance program.  Check out the link here.