Best Laptop?

spinn · Nov 10, 2008

I need a new computer and want to get a laptop with a 17 inch screen.

What is a good low end machine, and where can I get it?

Also what are the best deals on wireless connectivity? I may get rid of my home phone and get a cell, my current contract is up.

Is wifi generally reliable for trading? I am doing this because I am planning a trip to Miami for a week or two to Miami in January.

new$ · Nov 11, 2008

I've got a HP zd 8000 I've been using about four yrs thats had relatively rough treatment and hasen't missed a beat. I ordered it from their site, some choices, and it was shipped fedx from China. cool.

http://www.shopping.hp.com/notebooks;HHOJSID=3hpGJZXFzDyp4TLSHm2cfSvBw4FQNltMGwN2WRpQbYNRlx8tJZ95!-534430390?jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks

ByLoSellHi · Nov 12, 2008

Lenovo Thinkpad T Series - just because of the keyboard.

It doesn't flex at all. It's the closest keyboard to a desktop, period.

oktiri · Nov 12, 2008

macbook pro, hands down

swtrader · Nov 12, 2008

I've liked the dell latitudes for laptop-as-a-desktop

wave · Nov 12, 2008

Just get one that has quiet fans and doesn't overheat. IBM thinkpads were the best, I suppose Lennovo is the same.

Bob111 · Nov 12, 2008

how about 10" EEE? planning to buy one for browsing and light programing while my son taking some classes. anyone tried EEE PC?

Thank you!

oktiri · Nov 12, 2008

Quote from Bob111:

how about 10" EEE? planning to buy one for browsing and light programing while my son taking some classes. anyone tried EEE PC?

Thank you!

i have the 1000, like it, not god for trading. amazing for surfing, checking mail, light tasks (watching hulu, porn)

IanMacQuaide · Nov 12, 2008

Call Gateway, ask for their refurbs.
I got a 17" fully loaded. Vista Home Pro works great on my trading apps.
$750 shipped, with a 1 yr warranty!
For that price you could buy 2. I did, one for me and one for my wife.

saxon22 · Nov 12, 2008

if it is going to be a replacement for a desktop and not carried around lik the first born, then get a 20 inch. I got an Acer in that size and it is a remarkble piece of equiment..... if you do not have to carry it around that is.