<p>Hi guys, I really need some help picking out a laptop for my freshman year. despite the research I have done, I don't know what specifications I should be looking at...I mean screen sizes, battery life, processor etc etc. I am only going to be using the laptop for internet use, word processing, excel....and the occasional movies and games (but not too much). I am definitely not interested in a Macbook, so any suggestions guys? What specs I should look for or models in particular? Greatly appreciated. I don't want anything too fancy nor anything too basic. Thanks!</p>
<p>At least 1GB RAM. For a moderate-sized screen, 13"-15" wide would probably be fine.</p>
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<p>keep looking on the bestbuy site for a toshiba laptop
i got mine for around 1100 and i have a core 2 duo 2 gb ram and 250 gb hd and 15 in widescreen and its been great so far</p>
<p>thnx guys! any ideas on which processor (AMD or intel...core 2duo or mobile tech). by the way, what is the typical battery life of a decent ($1000-$1800) laptop?
i have heard toshiba is pretty great! what are some other good brands?</p>