I need a new laptop for school...

[mojo1701]

and I'm wondering what my fellow ENworlders suggest.

I'm going to the University of Windsor next year, and I am taking computer science first year. Does anyone know what manufacturer might get me the best deal in terms of the most bang for my buck, remembering that I wish to do some gaming as well as work and video editing.

If anyone can help me out here, I'd appreciate it.

 

[John Crichton]

and I'm wondering what my fellow ENworlders suggest.

I'm going to the University of Windsor next year, and I am taking computer science first year. Does anyone know what manufacturer might get me the best deal in terms of the most bang for my buck, remembering that I wish to do some gaming as well as work and video editing.

If anyone can help me out here, I'd appreciate it.

Depending on if money is a big issue I would go with Dell (through your school) or Alienware (if you have cash to burn). I am spec-ing out a Dell at the moment, myself.

 

[mojo1701]

Thanks, John.

I've been eyeing Dell, and sony as well (I've been looking at their K series. Not bad for $2000), but I'll see what I can get.

btw, I see you switched your avatar to Brick. Is there anyone else with an Anchorman avatar out there?

 

[Glacialis]

dellauctions.com :-D

 

[drothgery]

and I'm wondering what my fellow ENworlders suggest.

I'm going to the University of Windsor next year, and I am taking computer science first year. Does anyone know what manufacturer might get me the best deal in terms of the most bang for my buck, remembering that I wish to do some gaming as well as work and video editing.

If anyone can help me out here, I'd appreciate it.

Despite most PC notebooks actually being built by a handful of Taiwanese companies which sell to multiple OEMs without prejudice (one company makes like 60% of the world's notebooks, resold by IBM, Dell, Gateway, and a few others), certain brands seem to have deservingly acquired their reputations, which are (IMO, of course).

IBM: Best quality.
Dell: Best value.
Sony: Best style outside of Apple.
Anyone else: Avoid.

 

[mojo1701]

IBM: Best quality.
Dell: Best value.
Sony: Best style outside of Apple.
Anyone else: Avoid.

I see.

 

[Mystery Man]

Laptops on the cheap.

But good.

 

[Kiln Publications]

I have a HP pavilion laptop and haven't had a problem yet.... knock on wood!

 

[mojo1701]

I should point out that I would rather prefer Canadian sites if you can find them, since I am staying in Canada.

 

[John Crichton]

Thanks, John.

btw, I see you switched your avatar to Brick. Is there anyone else with an Anchorman avatar out there?

Brick is the man. Everyone needs an Anchorman avatar.

I've been eyeing Dell, and sony as well (I've been looking at their K series. Not bad for $2000), but I'll see what I can get.

I used to sell Sonys and while they were good for the price I would consider getting an extended warranty. Sony makes awesome video products but their computer division could use a little work.