QuoteThanks Lisa,
I would want cd/ded access as this will be replacing my home computer. I'm trying to save money on the monthly access which is why I don't what to go the DSL route. $60.00 is allot more than I'm paying now so that won't do.
Thanks for the input though. Still looking.
You can look at MacBooks and see if you like what you see. There are Apple stores all over SoCal. They even offer classes to teach you how to use them. And, they sell the home version of MS Office, too, and will even install it for you if you ask.
Honestly, for the first few weeks, a Mac will frustrate you. The interface is just familiar enough to make you forget it's different until you're going to click something and it isn't where you expect. And after those few weeks, when you're used to it, it's wonderful.
PCs aren't bad if you know what you're doing and know how to fix them when they break. I own a few PCs. I used to build them until I decided that was too much effort. However, I think that overall, they're more of a struggle than an asset, particularly for a casual user. If you need something highly customizable and don't mind spending a lot of time tweaking to get what you want, or you play a lot of games that aren't World of Warcraft or other Blizzard games, get a PC. If you just need it to work to run your email, browsing, etc, get a Mac.
I bought an Apple because I thought it was fun and would be good for school. I kept going back to Apple because their customer service is phenomenal. There's just something that's really awesome about having somewhere you can go, ask questions, and have people there who are paid to do nothing but answer them. If I'm having a problem or have a question about the computer or programs, I go online, make an appointment with the Apple "Genius Bar" in my local store, show up, and have someone who is dedicated to helping me. Free. I like that they stand by their product rather than just shipping it to you and leaving you to figure it out by yourself.
As for your speed problem, you can also look into internet through your cable or satellite TV company. Overall, I've had better luck with DSL. Any of those services will allow you to plug in a wireless router and have wireless internet (please, get someone to set the router up for you and secure it properly. Otherwise, all your neighbors will be using your network). Dial up isn't going to give you close to DSL speed. Check with your phone company or tv provider and see if they offer bundling services, which make it much cheaper when you get Phone and DSL, Cable and Cable Modem, or Sat TV and Sat Internet. I pay about $20 more for my DSL bundled with my phone service.
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I bought this one about 2 months ago. I love it. I use it for Internet, and schoolwork... Microsoft office doesnt come with it (doesnt come with any computer anymore from what I was able to find with my research however). I dont know what you are looking for, but here is my recommendation if your needs are similar to mine.
Don't bother with MS Office - download Open Office for free.
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riddler 0
QuoteI'm used to windows and don't know if I would have trouble understanding MAC. I'm not stupid but not real quick on the computer lingo or applications.
If you can afford it, I recommend making the switch to a Mac. Am I a Mac fanboy? No. In fact, I'm typing this on a Sony Vaio laptop. I use PCs because they are my job, and I'm good with computers.
Most of the world's computer users will do better, and have a more positive experience on a Mac. Even if you already have a desktop at home, just move all the files to the new Mac laptop, because you won't use the desktop anymore. Also, you won't have a hard time figuring it out, even if you are used to PCs.
If money is your primary concern, get a Netbook (Windows). They are cheap, cheap, and they run pretty well. I think Verizon sells one for $99, and it has CDMA rev 2, so you can use the Internet from anywhere, and it's fast! Just be sure on the Netbook that it can run Office software if you need that.
All of the above will have built-in wireless. Try to find a new laptop that doesn't - you'll be very hard-pressed. The difference is if they use WiFi (Internet only works where you have a Hotspot), or wireless broadband (Internet works anywhere like a cellphone).
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GaVak 0
QuoteThanks Lisa,
I would want cd/ded access as this will be replacing my home computer. I'm trying to save money on the monthly access which is why I don't what to go the DSL route. $60.00 is allot more than I'm paying now so that won't do.
Thanks for the input though. Still looking.
Check with the local Cell Phone providers to see what broadband internet offerings they offer. You can get a card (or in some cases, a laptop with the cell card built in) that will let you get on the internet wherever their towers reach.
$60.00 isn't terribly expensive for good broadband... I can't imagine the cellular options will be much cheaper.
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Thanks Lisa,
I would want cd/ded access as this will be replacing my home computer. I'm trying to save money on the monthly access which is why I don't what to go the DSL route. $60.00 is allot more than I'm paying now so that won't do.
Thanks for the input though. Still looking.
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