Should I buy a Laptop or Desktop Computer?

By: Kellie Kameda

Going into the College of Ed it is required to buy a laptop.

But aren’t they expensive? And wouldn’t it just be better to get a desktop computer where it’s always at home and cheaper?

I did some looking to see what’s better a laptop or a desktop. Here’s what I’ve found…

What is a Laptop?

A laptop computer is a small mobile computer. You can carry around because it is usually light in weight.

What is a Desktop?

A desktop computer is a personal computer. Usually made for desk use at home or in an office.

Difference?

Laptop Small in size Battery powered Light weight Portable entertainment

system

Desktop Big in size Not portable Heavy in weight Comes with a tower that

sits on the floor under a desk.

Easier to repair

Features

Both the laptop and desktop computers have the same features.

Checking e-mail Web Surfing Word Processing Playing Music Photo Editing Computer Games DVD Watching

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Laptop Computers

HP Pavillion dv6000t series

$599.99

HP Pavillion dv2000t series

$674.99

Compaq Presario V6000z series

$549.99

Desktop Computers

Dimension C521

$359

Dimension E521

$449

Dimension E520

$459

Who Can Use It?

Laptop

Business People College Students

Desktop

Office Users Home Users Students (all ages)

Decision…

Getting a laptop or desktop depends on your preference. If you want a computer you can carry around with you so it’s there when needed get a laptop. But if you want just want one for home use and don’t mind not having it 24-7 then get a desktop computer.

For me I have no choice I need a laptop. Even if it is a bit more expensive. Although I would rather have a desktop computer, maybe I’ll do fine with a laptop for now and get a desktop later.

References

“Computers: Desktops vs. Laptop.” Consumers Reports 69 (2004): 40-41. EBSCO Host. WCC Library., Kaneohe, HI. 19 April 2007.

http://library.wcc.hawaii.edu/.

Saltzman, Mark. “Should I buy a laptop or desktop?” Microsoft. 22 Mar. 2005. Microsoft. 19 April 2007

http://www.microsoft.com/athome/moredone/lapvsdesk.mspx.

“Laptop.” Wikipedia. 2007. Wikipedia, free encyclopedia. 19 April 2007

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laptop.