<p>There’s that too.</p>
<p>right now, i’m entertaining the notion of buying a netbook to achieve the mobility of a laptop, while also buying a desktop to meet my demands for a potent computer. does anyone know if such a decision would be wise on my part or simply unneccessary?</p>
<p>Really? Keep in mind that a laptop can do everything a desktop can do but a desktop cannot do everything a laptop can. A laptop is flexible–it can sit on your desk and function as any ole’ desktop AND, if you want, can be taken anywhere for convenience. It will never be a substitute for a desktop? In my opinion, it already is one.</p>
<p>a laptop can never be as powerful as a desktop can</p>
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<p>you are correct. even if a desktop and laptop have similar specs the laptop will get hotter and you’ll end up damaging the hardware…</p>
<p>a netbook is perfect…i’m thinking about getting the ASUS 10’’ with a so called 9.5hr lifespan…</p>
<p>also a laptop with specs similar to an average desktop is probably twice as much…a cheap desktop + netbook is the way to go!</p>
<p>Yes, that was what as I was getting at. The laptop platform is simply inferior to the desktop platform in performance potential. Its size is both its biggest advantage AND liability. Sure it is portable, but everything is crammed inside, meaning the components inside of it are inferior (keep in mind, I only use desktops I build myself with superior parts, not crap like dell or emachines, or ANY other mass produced desktop manufacturer, not that dell even makes their own computers…).</p>
<p>that doesnt really matter if you only plan to do word processing, internet browsing, etc. you only need that if you are doing hardcore gaming, graphics editing,etc. </p>
<p>a lot of people are doing netbooks now. i think its great for class and notetaking in class but i have used one of the asus ones and don’t think i would like to write a 15 page paper on it every few weeks. there are computing centers on campus, but i like that i can do everything on a laptop. one issue that comes up with having two devices is having to transfer everything back and forth between computers, which can be a pain. i would go for one device rather than two of anything to start and then see what your habits are. </p>
<p>some students take notes in class on a computer and others dont… wait to get to campus to see where you fall before buying a netbook.</p>
<p>Im going into engineering and do take a lot on notes during class. im definatly getting a laptop, and was wondering if anyone knew for engineering if mac or pc was better. I heard there are a lot of apps that macs dont have that are necessary for engineering; true?
also, do a lot of people have a laptop for notes in class and a desktop for their dorms, or is that just a waist of money?</p>
<p>^I have both, but I never use my laptop. However, I use my desktop all the time.</p>
<p>For me, laptops are essential for note-taking. I can type faster than I can write, and the notes are clearer and legible. I have heard too that PC’s are better than Mac’s for math, sciences, and business–and I really don’t know if this is true. I have Microsoft Office for my mac but I don’t know if PC’s offer other, inherent perks.</p>
<p>I don’t feel like PC/Mac is an issue in anything other than graphic design type things or engineering, where Mac and PC both are better in those respective areas (from what I’ve read). I think for everything else, it’s just a matter of preference. I’m getting a Macbook because I don’t want to deal with the whole blue screen of death and crashing and whatever else. I just want it to work, and I’m willing to pay a premium for it. Not to mention I really like the solid aluminum frame. It feels so much sturdier than any other laptop I’ve picked up (not any other, as I’ve not touched every single one, but I’ve played with a lot of them) which would be great as far as durability for carrying it around. My mom’s thinkpad has cracks in the casing around the sides and it’s never even left the house…</p>
<p>hermanns, i only build my computers too, so I’m pretty sure i’m bringing my desktop. I’m also getting a laptop, and i’m an engineering student. I’ve been looking at various PC laptops, but I kinda like macs for the novelty value. i really like the sleek design and the fact that they are able to cram some pretty nice hardware inside. too bad it costs a fortune. if i got the mac, i’d be dual booting windows onto it of course</p>
<p>^HeEeEey. My sentiments exactly.</p>