[Cialug] laptop suggestions

[Josh More]

Another option that hasn't been discussed is the outlet store at
http://mcbia.com/

Burn an Ubuntu LiveCD, take it there, and ask to boot whatever system
you're interested in.  Once it comes up, check that all hardware is
recognized (particularly wifi).

Might not be much cheaper than an online deal, but it's local, fast
and you can test it.

-Josh


On Thu, Oct 4, 2012 at 8:56 AM, David Champion <dchamp1337 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Something to watch for - most low-end or consumer line laptops have a
> glossy screen. I dislike those, as they reflect light and I find them
> distracting. If you go to Best Buy and just look down the demo laptops,
> they're all glossy screens.
>
> The business class laptops i.e. some of the Dell and Lenovo's mentioned
> here usually have matte screens.
>
> For used laptops, I've purchased from these guys. It's not a huge savings
> from some of the deals that have been mentioned here, but might be worth
> looking into.
>
> http://www.cwioutlet.com/Laptops-Notebooks/c487840/
>
> -dc
>
> On Thu, Oct 4, 2012 at 6:49 AM, Hawkins <ng0g at mchsi.com> wrote:
>
>> CIALUG,
>>
>> I just got back from a week long trip to visit some relatives and see more
>> in the future.  It has become clear to me I need to pickup a laptop or
>> tablet to use so I am not stuck using a relatives Windows machine.
>>
>> I see that newegg has ASUS A53U-ES21 Notebook AMD Dual-Core Processor
>> E-450(1.65GHz) 15.6" 4GB Memory DDR3 320GB HDD 5400rpm DVD±R/RW AMD Radeon
>> HD 6320  on sale today for $329.
>>
>> Any suggestions for a better option or deal?
>>
>> Steve
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>> ng0g at mchsi.com
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