I have a laptop and MUCH prefer it. now i have a lot more space because i don't need a desk or chair in one room to have them like i would a desktop. i can take it in the kitchen and watch how-to cooking videos. i can take it in the basement and watch how-to fix it videos, etc. i don't have cable and so also use it to watch a few tv shows in the living room. i'm never going back!
For my primary computer I *much* prefer a full desktop:
A full sized ergonomic keyboard. A full sized mouse. A real, full-sized screen. More expandability options. If I want to upgrade just the video card, or just the DVD drive, etc, I can do that without having to toss the whole computer to upgrade. I don't have to jack around with a bunch of wires every time I want to print, or use a scanner, etc. I have real, amped speakers that outdo many stereo systems.
The only way I can see someone actually preferring a laptop as their main computer is if they travel constantly and/or do nothing with it but surf the web and write an occasional email.
That said, I will admit I do own a small netbook as well, because there are times here and there where I surf while vegging in front of the TV, or listen to music (or look up recipes on the web) in the kitchen, or whatever.
I have both, and I love them both for different reasons. I use my desktop for just about everything, and I like it because I can store more (pictures, music, movies) there. I also have a laptop that I love for its mobility.
Laptop. I like being able to take my computer with me anywhere. Anything major that requires more that what my computer has can be done on my husband's desktop Mac and Linux server system.
I read this on the 5th, wondering where in the world you were getting your info from.
Then I realized, "I just wasted my time." I would love to know how much people make to waste other's time and cost them money.
We brought in a stray about 3.5 years ago. One of those big paws big joweled cats. Absolutely adorable, friendly and quite possibly the best mouser cat i've ever had. I guess it was out of necessity but he catches anything that gets into our house ... and promptly drops it at my feet.
I have a desk top, but others in my home have a laptop. It would be nice to get rid of all those cords, so a laptop does appeal to me just for the neatness factor. I do feel that they are not as long lasting as a desktop, any comments on that from anyone?
We have a desktop and a netbook. The desktop is over 10 years old and is starting to act its age so we are planning on replacing it with a laptop when the time comes. We just like the portability of a laptop and not having to be tied to one particular room when you want/need to use the computer.
Well, the first computer I ever owned for myself was an old HP laptop--it was brand new in 2001 when I bought it, I think it lasted me 7 years. I've had my current desktop for about 5 years and it's okay. I considered purchasing one of those super-mini laptops when they came out, but since it was my last year in school and I wouldn't really have need for it after that, I decided against it. I like the convenience a laptop offers nowadays and I see why people go ga-ga over them, but I think I just prefer a desktop. I don't hang out at places for wi-fi or anything so... *shrug* I just don't require that kind of mobility.
I have a desktop and probably always will. I have carpal tunnel and I find the use of a standard keyboard and oversize mouse are easier on my wrists than using a laptop. I grant it's not a portable device, but the lesser pain makes it worth it for me.
Obviously it IS a matter of preference and depends on the individual and their lifestyle. But for me, a laptop is far more functional for the money. If you're really trying to trim costs in your life, you purchase things that serve multiple purposes or provide multiple benefits. In this case, a laptop offers much of everything a desktop offers plus allows mobility from room to room and in a variety of different settings outside the home/office as well. That said, in 2011, and with the increasing requirement to be flexible in today's society, a desktop won't nearly give you as much bang for your buck as a laptop would. I even own a laptop that doesn't leave home at all (kinda like a desktop WOULD) while I carry my netbook everywhere I go (for work, travel, etc). Win-win.
I have a desktop and a laptop at home. I have a laptop at work. I "default" to the desktop at home, so I guess in a way....that is what I prefer. BUT, when I need to work someplace (like Starbucks), the laptop beats the desktop hands down. I would hate to have to lug the CPU, monitor, and keyboard into Starbucks :)
I have both and prefer my desktop, because i don't have to connect everything to it to use it. My laptop is great for being away from home and occasional surfing in the other room..
I have a desktop computer (and iMac with a large screen). It's our only media device in the house. We watch movies on it, stream tv via Hulu, and play CDs on iTunes. I wouldn't want to do all that on a laptop.
But I'll probably get a laptop some day for the portability. I wish Mac would come out with a netbook with a decent, portable keyboard. The iPad just doesn't cut it for typing on the bus.
I activated a new netspend visa debit card, put $100. on it, tried to use it an hour later for a series of small online purchases with Amazon.com and found all orders cancelled because of no funds on the card. When I went back (with my receipt) to the CCS cash office they said that the balance was 1 cent, that Amazon.com had a hold on it. Netspend will not respond to any online or telephone enquiry and Amazon.com admits that someone hacked into "the system" and ordered a very expensive item using my netspend account (which is not a credit card). EVen though they admit I am not at fault they will not release the hold on the card and netspend will not respond. I'm still trying to figure out how to get my $100. back.
No, haven't had one since about 2002, except for one year when we got a deal on cable, internet and phone. We used the phone about five times all year and haven't had a landline since!
We keep wanting to do it but as we live in the forest, chickens often become snack food for mountain lions. However our neighbor's hens have decided that they like laying eggs behind our garage!
Not sure how ethical that is to buy from Goodwill to sell for profit. Isn't the purpose of Goodwill to provide a cheap source of goods for those who can't afford otherwise? If people like you are buying to resell, what will they buy? They prolly can't afford your markup if they're trying to buy from Goodwill.
I have a laptop and MUCH prefer it. now i have a lot more space because i don't need a desk or chair in one room to have them like i would a desktop. i can take it in the kitchen and watch how-to cooking videos. i can take it in the basement and watch how-to fix it videos, etc. i don't have cable and so also use it to watch a few tv shows in the living room. i'm never going back!
For my primary computer I *much* prefer a full desktop:
A full sized ergonomic keyboard. A full sized mouse. A real, full-sized screen. More expandability options. If I want to upgrade just the video card, or just the DVD drive, etc, I can do that without having to toss the whole computer to upgrade. I don't have to jack around with a bunch of wires every time I want to print, or use a scanner, etc. I have real, amped speakers that outdo many stereo systems.
The only way I can see someone actually preferring a laptop as their main computer is if they travel constantly and/or do nothing with it but surf the web and write an occasional email.
That said, I will admit I do own a small netbook as well, because there are times here and there where I surf while vegging in front of the TV, or listen to music (or look up recipes on the web) in the kitchen, or whatever.
I have both, and I love them both for different reasons. I use my desktop for just about everything, and I like it because I can store more (pictures, music, movies) there. I also have a laptop that I love for its mobility.
Laptop. I like being able to take my computer with me anywhere. Anything major that requires more that what my computer has can be done on my husband's desktop Mac and Linux server system.
laptop - portability!
I read this on the 5th, wondering where in the world you were getting your info from.
Then I realized, "I just wasted my time." I would love to know how much people make to waste other's time and cost them money.
We brought in a stray about 3.5 years ago. One of those big paws big joweled cats. Absolutely adorable, friendly and quite possibly the best mouser cat i've ever had. I guess it was out of necessity but he catches anything that gets into our house ... and promptly drops it at my feet.
Laptop easily. My laptop today is about 10X more powerful than my desktop of 8 years ago.
I have a desk top, but others in my home have a laptop. It would be nice to get rid of all those cords, so a laptop does appeal to me just for the neatness factor. I do feel that they are not as long lasting as a desktop, any comments on that from anyone?
We have a desktop and a netbook. The desktop is over 10 years old and is starting to act its age so we are planning on replacing it with a laptop when the time comes. We just like the portability of a laptop and not having to be tied to one particular room when you want/need to use the computer.
Well, the first computer I ever owned for myself was an old HP laptop--it was brand new in 2001 when I bought it, I think it lasted me 7 years. I've had my current desktop for about 5 years and it's okay. I considered purchasing one of those super-mini laptops when they came out, but since it was my last year in school and I wouldn't really have need for it after that, I decided against it. I like the convenience a laptop offers nowadays and I see why people go ga-ga over them, but I think I just prefer a desktop. I don't hang out at places for wi-fi or anything so... *shrug* I just don't require that kind of mobility.
I have a desktop and probably always will. I have carpal tunnel and I find the use of a standard keyboard and oversize mouse are easier on my wrists than using a laptop. I grant it's not a portable device, but the lesser pain makes it worth it for me.
Laptop - I can take it anywhere!
Obviously it IS a matter of preference and depends on the individual and their lifestyle. But for me, a laptop is far more functional for the money. If you're really trying to trim costs in your life, you purchase things that serve multiple purposes or provide multiple benefits. In this case, a laptop offers much of everything a desktop offers plus allows mobility from room to room and in a variety of different settings outside the home/office as well. That said, in 2011, and with the increasing requirement to be flexible in today's society, a desktop won't nearly give you as much bang for your buck as a laptop would. I even own a laptop that doesn't leave home at all (kinda like a desktop WOULD) while I carry my netbook everywhere I go (for work, travel, etc). Win-win.
I prefer a laptop computer!
I have a desktop and a laptop at home. I have a laptop at work. I "default" to the desktop at home, so I guess in a way....that is what I prefer. BUT, when I need to work someplace (like Starbucks), the laptop beats the desktop hands down. I would hate to have to lug the CPU, monitor, and keyboard into Starbucks :)
I have both. I prefer laptops because they are compact.
I have both and prefer my desktop, because i don't have to connect everything to it to use it. My laptop is great for being away from home and occasional surfing in the other room..
I have a desktop computer (and iMac with a large screen). It's our only media device in the house. We watch movies on it, stream tv via Hulu, and play CDs on iTunes. I wouldn't want to do all that on a laptop.
But I'll probably get a laptop some day for the portability. I wish Mac would come out with a netbook with a decent, portable keyboard. The iPad just doesn't cut it for typing on the bus.
Laptop, all the way. Can take what I need where I need it!
I activated a new netspend visa debit card, put $100. on it, tried to use it an hour later for a series of small online purchases with Amazon.com and found all orders cancelled because of no funds on the card. When I went back (with my receipt) to the CCS cash office they said that the balance was 1 cent, that Amazon.com had a hold on it. Netspend will not respond to any online or telephone enquiry and Amazon.com admits that someone hacked into "the system" and ordered a very expensive item using my netspend account (which is not a credit card). EVen though they admit I am not at fault they will not release the hold on the card and netspend will not respond. I'm still trying to figure out how to get my $100. back.
No, haven't had one since about 2002, except for one year when we got a deal on cable, internet and phone. We used the phone about five times all year and haven't had a landline since!
We keep wanting to do it but as we live in the forest, chickens often become snack food for mountain lions. However our neighbor's hens have decided that they like laying eggs behind our garage!
This is outrageous! They must think we're all idiots!
Not sure how ethical that is to buy from Goodwill to sell for profit. Isn't the purpose of Goodwill to provide a cheap source of goods for those who can't afford otherwise? If people like you are buying to resell, what will they buy? They prolly can't afford your markup if they're trying to buy from Goodwill.