Wierd computer issue.

[GameMaster]

Originally Posted by manasecret

I have a laptop and I agree that they age much more quickly then desktops. I don't think I will buy a laptop again for a very long time.

Desktops still offer more power per dollar too.

A couple weeks ago I was set to get a new MacBook Pro for school. And I ended walking out with an iMac. It was significantly cheaper and lot more powerful. Even though the resolution would've been the same 1900 x 1200 is much more enjoyable on a 24" screen.

I also think there's a large belief among parents and students that they think they need a laptop for college. And its simply not true. Its nice to be able to IM and surf the internet while you're professor is lecturing but I personally still prefer taking notes with a good ol' fashioned paper and pen. And if you need to go the library, computers are available. Couple this with the increasing capability and capacity of thumb-drives, and you can carry your files with you anywhere. And when you're in your room, you can use your desktop.

Not to rain down on laptops though. They're great for travel. They take up a lot less space than the typical PC with its giant tower. And its nice to have when you go on vacation.