Deciding Between a Desktop and a Laptop
Today, utilizing a personal computer in your small business has become more than a necessity. Even a tiny kiosk has its billing system computerized. So we cannot run away from this reality so easily; we may have to invest in a quality computer sooner rather than later. When we decide to buy a computer the first question that pops up is the confusion about whether to purchase a laptop or a desktop PC
How to choose
The type of computer you choose will depend on how you intend to use it. If your school allows notebook computers in the classroom or has a wireless Internet, then you should probably buy a notebook computer.
If your school doesn't allow computers in the classroom and you have no real need for wireless Internet, then you would probably be better off with a desktop. Also if you are a computer gamer,graphics designer, artist, photographer, or have other computing needs that require a faster computer, then a desktop is your best choice.
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Advantages & Disadvantages
Owning a Desktop
Advantages:
-- Cheaper to buy than laptops and notebooks
-- Easier and cheaper to upgrade
-- More ergonomic (has a better keyboard, mouse, and screen)
-- Harder to steal
-- About 20%-30% faster than an equivalent laptop
-- Good for gaming, graphics programs, audio/video applications, and other intensive computer tasks
Disadvantages:
-- Not mobile
-- Takes up space
Owning a Laptop or Notebook
Advantages
-- Mobile, goes anywhere
-- Takes up very little space
-- Can use in classroom
Disadvantages
-- More expensive
-- Slower than a desktop
-- Difficult to upgrade or repair
-- You have to lug it around all day
-- Much easier to drop/break
-- Easily stolen
Deciding Between a Desktop and a Laptop
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