need a laptop...suggestions?

[jcanni]

so, a lot of my computer programs i need for class only run on windows. last july i bought a 24" imac . so, i am in a jam. i need something to run these programs on. i don't want to spend a lot. less than 500 would be awesome. i was looking on dell. they have the inspiron mini for 350. i was also looking at used computers on ebay. does anyone have any sugguestions?

 

[finch13]

Buy windows xp or vista and run it on your mac with vista. I've done it on my Macbook Pro and it work flawlessly, I just don't have the disk space for it.

 

[finch13]

actually... better idea... pirate vista and then you don't have to spend anything on it!

 

[henreeezy xp]

get a dell or mac. don't get toshiba, hp, or anything else lol

i prefer mac over all

 

[BPAccord]

http://dealnews.com/HP-2133-Mini-Note-1-2-GHz-8-9-UMPC-Laptop-for-381-after-rebate-free-shipping/250554.html

This is from a website i visit frequently....hope it helps

 

[PROJECT H]

anything from lenovo/ibm! i got the R61i and i like it! they arent that expensive either...

dell laptops are good too.

 

[A-cord]

yeah i'd suggest a lenovo.

 

[blinkz0rz]

If you get a Dell, reformat it/remove Dell's programs at the instant you bring it home. It'll run smoother without their crap, which doesn't help out unless you have never touched a computer in your life.


Try TigerDirect.com for their laptops. They have good cheap ones, as it's basically a wholesale warehouse on computers. I love visiting the Tiger Direct store.

 

[henreeezy xp]

or newegg.com <-- good site for computer needs!

 

[d1blet]

ya know...i would recommend something like the:

MSI Wind
Asus Eee
Acer Aspire One
Dell Mini something something

if all you need it is for class. should look into those. 300-500 dollar ultra-portables built for light computing. i personally think that those things are going to fly off the shelves pretty soon...