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I need a new laptop. Any ideas on the ones you find most useful?

DesertRoseDesertRose
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Hi all, I'm new on here so i'm feeling my way round the site. I've finally had an article published in a mainstream magazine and have decided I really want to "up the ante" in terms of my writing but I need a new laptop as mine is in terminal decline. I'm fairly "techy" but by no means an expert, plus like us all I'm on a very tight budget. I want to stick with a Windows operating system and don't really want a pre-used one as I need it "ready to roll" with everything transferred from this one to the new one and I can't do that myself. Many thanks

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  • LizyLizy
    Hi DesertRose.  I am happy with my acer, but it came with  Windows 8.1 which i wouldn't have again. Tight budget? Join the club! 
  • Phots MollPhots Moll
    If you bought a reconditioned one from a shop, wouldn't they be able to transfer your old stuff in the same way they would if you bought new?

    I've got a Mac, which are expensive. I'm not sure they're still worth the extra, but my husband feels he needs a Mac for his business and we want all our stuff compatible. They do seem to last quite well and retain a good battery life which is important for us. We can only charge one at a time in the van, so they need to run all day on the battery.
  • LizLiz
    Sorry can't add to this as I also have mac, which last for a long time, and are good for arty things. But yes, pricey.

    However, WELCOME to the site! 
  • ClaudiaClaudia
    Hi and welcome, DesertRose. I'm on my third laptop (windows 10). It's now fairly old - an HP Pavilion - which probably no longer exists! Whenever I need to replace my laptop I go to Currys/PC World and chat with one of the young techies about my needs/budget, and choose from there. This method has worked out fine every time.
  • KramerKramer
    MacBook.
    For me, there is no argument. But the best doesn't come cheap.
  • ClaudiaClaudia
    DesertRose became a member on the 7th and posted this question. She hasn't been back to even read our replies.
    I always find it very weird why anyone would do that.
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