Laptops give you unbelievable portability for all of your computing needs, but as the need for communication grows more each day you need a computer that will keep you in touch. There are many options for portable computing. Laptops now come in many different sizes to match your specific needs.
Large or small screens are the biggest factor affecting the size of a laptop. Extra options like media drives and larger batteries will add overall weight to laptops. The current trend for any traveler is to get the smallest computer that will get the job done. Airports have wireless internet access available, so a wireless network or wi-fi card is a good option. Large screens used to be popular but strict travel regulations have caused many people to get smaller screens. This will make the computer easier to deal with at security check points.
Major reasons for the trend in “less is more” with laptop computers, is that they have become simply more of a tool and less of a novelty. Most basic computers are very capable in running any business application and have the necessary options for general use. Basic laptops have also dropped in price dramatically. The options have become the expensive part as competition grows fierce to have the lowest priced computer available. People are now buying computers more frequently with less options because it is more cost effective that buying the newest technology. Fast processors and large hard drives start out very expensive and quickly become standard features on basic laptops. You can keep more up to date by getting a new laptop every two years instead of getting the newest technology and trying to make it last for 4 years. Anyways, most laptops show a performance loss after about two years if the hard drive is not defragmented and formatted. It may not sound cheaper to buy a computer more often, but it also what you buy. Doing a little shopping around and assessing what you really need in a computer can save you the money that you need to buy one more often.
By: David Stone
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Saturday, December 13, 2008
Go Mobile With Laptops
Here are some tips that you can follow to increase the battery life of your laptop.
Did you know that you can conserve your laptop’s battery life by lowering the screen display’s brightness? Lowering it by just one level will save about ten minutes of battery life.
WiFi connections are actually a power guzzler. When you’re not using it, switch it off using the laptop’s external switch. Disable devices like Bluetooth and the infrared transceiver when they’re not in use.
Reducing the frequency where your hard drive spins is another way for you to save on power. Defragment your hard drive regularly.
Condition your laptop’s battery. When you first get your laptop, charge the battery up to 100% then discharge it totally. Charge it up again to 100%. This exercise will help the battery remember how much electricity it can hold.
Wireless internet on the laptop is an essential feature for those whose work is based online and who are always on the go. Because laptops are mobile devices, users prefer that their laptop’s internet connection is just as mobile and convenient. As long as your laptop has WiFi capabilities, there are many places in the city where you can get easy access to the Internet and other online services. Currently, there are many business establishments that serve as free WiFi hotspots. This means that their customers and people in surrounding areas can go on the Internet using their wireless internet connection.
When you’re looking at different laptops, make sure you examine these components before you decide which to get.
Processor. The laptop’s processor determines the efficiency and speed of the laptop.
Memory. The more memory there is, the better. This is because upgrading laptop memory is more complicated than updating desktop memory. Get at least 80 GB on your hard drive and 1GB of RAM.
Battery. Get a laptop with lithium ion battery because they last longer than nickel batteries.
Display. Get a display screen with the active matrix option, a technology faster than the passive matrix.
Price. Shop around and compare deals and prices before buying a particular laptop model.
Did you know that getting a laptop is a smart, environmental-friendly decision compared to getting a regular desktop PC? This is because a laptop is smaller than a desktop, which means it has far less environmental impact when you have to dispose of it. Its slim size also means that there are less hazardous parts that needs to be disposed of, like USB ports, hard drives, CD drives, flash card readers, etc. Manufacturing smaller laptops also has an indirect environmental effect because the factories produce less harmful emissions.
Besides that, laptops today compy with Europe’s regulations on lead-free devices. Lead was formerly used to solder computer parts together, but new regulations require manufacturers to use other methods for making computers.
Here are a few tips you can follow to protect your laptop and prevent data loss due to damage.
Most people treat laptops as though they are indestructible. Remember though that laptops have very fragile hard drives, which can be easily knocked out of their alignment when dropped or even jostled lightly. Keep your laptop motionless and flat during use because vibrations can damage your hard drive.
Store your laptop in a clean environment. Spilling beverages or placing your laptop in a dusty area can cause a lot of problems.
Make sure your data is secure by password protecting your hard drive.
Make back-ups of all important documents, especially if your laptop is your primary computer.
Consult a technician if your laptop doesn’t boot up properly or makes a lot of strange noises.
By: Jon Caldwell
Did you know that you can conserve your laptop’s battery life by lowering the screen display’s brightness? Lowering it by just one level will save about ten minutes of battery life.
WiFi connections are actually a power guzzler. When you’re not using it, switch it off using the laptop’s external switch. Disable devices like Bluetooth and the infrared transceiver when they’re not in use.
Reducing the frequency where your hard drive spins is another way for you to save on power. Defragment your hard drive regularly.
Condition your laptop’s battery. When you first get your laptop, charge the battery up to 100% then discharge it totally. Charge it up again to 100%. This exercise will help the battery remember how much electricity it can hold.
Wireless internet on the laptop is an essential feature for those whose work is based online and who are always on the go. Because laptops are mobile devices, users prefer that their laptop’s internet connection is just as mobile and convenient. As long as your laptop has WiFi capabilities, there are many places in the city where you can get easy access to the Internet and other online services. Currently, there are many business establishments that serve as free WiFi hotspots. This means that their customers and people in surrounding areas can go on the Internet using their wireless internet connection.
When you’re looking at different laptops, make sure you examine these components before you decide which to get.
Processor. The laptop’s processor determines the efficiency and speed of the laptop.
Memory. The more memory there is, the better. This is because upgrading laptop memory is more complicated than updating desktop memory. Get at least 80 GB on your hard drive and 1GB of RAM.
Battery. Get a laptop with lithium ion battery because they last longer than nickel batteries.
Display. Get a display screen with the active matrix option, a technology faster than the passive matrix.
Price. Shop around and compare deals and prices before buying a particular laptop model.
Did you know that getting a laptop is a smart, environmental-friendly decision compared to getting a regular desktop PC? This is because a laptop is smaller than a desktop, which means it has far less environmental impact when you have to dispose of it. Its slim size also means that there are less hazardous parts that needs to be disposed of, like USB ports, hard drives, CD drives, flash card readers, etc. Manufacturing smaller laptops also has an indirect environmental effect because the factories produce less harmful emissions.
Besides that, laptops today compy with Europe’s regulations on lead-free devices. Lead was formerly used to solder computer parts together, but new regulations require manufacturers to use other methods for making computers.
Here are a few tips you can follow to protect your laptop and prevent data loss due to damage.
Most people treat laptops as though they are indestructible. Remember though that laptops have very fragile hard drives, which can be easily knocked out of their alignment when dropped or even jostled lightly. Keep your laptop motionless and flat during use because vibrations can damage your hard drive.
Store your laptop in a clean environment. Spilling beverages or placing your laptop in a dusty area can cause a lot of problems.
Make sure your data is secure by password protecting your hard drive.
Make back-ups of all important documents, especially if your laptop is your primary computer.
Consult a technician if your laptop doesn’t boot up properly or makes a lot of strange noises.
By: Jon Caldwell
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