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Need a Notebook Recommendation

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by bschneider5, Jan 25, 2006.

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    I think my Compaq Presario 2200 is dying and need to look into a replacement. I need one that can handle being turned on all the time and is suitable for a lot of webdesign stuff - file transfers and what-not. Any recommendations would be great!

    My presario seemed ok but I haven't even had it a year yet.
     
    bschneider5, Jan 25, 2006 IP
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    fsmedia Prominent Member

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    Mac Intel -- hands down. I won't suggest any other notebook to anyone really. It's got all the benefits of unix and the slick design of a mac and the out-performance of windows.

    I highly recommend you get a mac, especially if you want to focus on web design.
     
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    fryman Kiss my rep

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    bschneider5 Active Member

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    My problem with a MAC is that I have accumulated a large amount of software for windows based things. I really dont have a clue about MAC stuff. Will any of my other software run with it?
     
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    Will.Spencer NetBuilder

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    I'm using a Dell Latitude D800 at the moment.

    It's a sturdy system with good global support.
     
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    fsmedia Prominent Member

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    Most software should be backwards compatable. I am in the same situation as you though, I have been windows all my life, but my next notebook will DEFINITELY be a mac intel. I think they are the only way to go these days -- specifically with the graphic design/web design industry.
     
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    I'm using a Dell Latitude d610 and have had no problems with it.
    I woudl stay away from Compaq EVOS. I have those things.
     
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    donwebcorleone Peon

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    yeah dont waste money, buy a mac.

    and regarding windows software, yes you can continue using it on the new mac intel. in fact, there is now a contest -i`d love to win those $6000- about to determine the fastest and simplest way to install both systems ( tiger os x and windows crappy xp) on the new macbookpro (latest mac notebook)
    http:// winxponmac.com /The%20Contest.html
     
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    mystikmedia Jedi Master

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    I have only ever seen one PR8 link for $75. Let me know if you find more...
     
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