A New Toshiba Laptop

I recently purchased a new laptop. Here is the “what” and the “why” behind the purchase.

Much like a high school dating relationship I would get board with my laptop after only a few months. So naturally, I have created a lot of computer baggage. You know, several hard drives holding a lot data that I never seem to need or transfer to my new laptop. Although the baggage is tough and somewhat embarrassing, my wife loathes the random computer buying and pathetic excuses. To help accommodate my wife and rid myself of useless computer baggage I spent about a year looking and thinking. Part of this year long journey was me being afraid to ask my wife another new computer.

Every now and then I would head over to the local Best Buy and peruse the selection of laptops. I would check the newest models, browse the old ones, and bother the sales reps. When the day finally arrived I already had a decent idea of what I wanted. I headed straight for a Sony Laptop and a Toshiba laptop. I ended up purchasing the Toshiba. Yeah, I was surprised too.

I had a few certain specifications in mind when I started the search. The computer needed a large hard drive, at least 4 GB of RAM, dual-core processor, around 5 pounds, built in web cam and have a screen no bigger than 14.1 inches. By the way, this list really narrowed the options down.

The Toshiba was about $100 cheaper than the Sony and they had the exact same specifications, literally. Regardless of the price, the Sony looked really cool and was slightly thinner (I travel often so size was important to me. Plus, I wanted to look cool). After just a short time I had made up my mind that I needed the Sony–the price didn’t matter. My wife suggested I reconsider the purchasing of a laptop based on looks. She advised that I spend a little more time playing with Toshiba. I am so glad I did.

Now that I have had my new laptop home and actively using it for about three weeks I know I made the right decision. To help other shoppers I have decided to list the major reasons I like the Toshiba.

1. Backlit Keyboard – Great for typing in the dark. I never realized how much I glance at the keyboard. I guess I should have paid more attention in keyboarding class.
2. Sleep And Charge – It is so cool that I can now charge my electronics (USB) while my computer is powered off.
3. Toshiba Bulletin Board – Pre-load software that enables the users to easily manage pictures, documents, to-do lists, calendars, and other gadgets.
4. Battery Life – Several hours.
5. Windows 7 – With the time I have been able to “play” with Windows 7 I have really enjoy the ease and flexibility. I feel Microsoft has done a great job in usability and maneuverability. The ability to “pin” items to the desktop toolbar has been a great feature.
6. Size – The laptop is 1 & 1/2 inches thick weighing only 5.1 pounds.

If you would like to read about the events surrounding the purchase of the laptop head on over to A New Laptop.

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