well if we're trying to talk you out of it...
A 17" is bulky, loud, and hot. Also, what games do you play? Might not need all the power of a rig that size. Do you value portability at all?
i use it in every class to take notes with. so much better than having to carry around a bunch of notebooks. also easier to give others notes and find things when you need to and never having to worry about loosing your notes.
also for...
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Dell XPS m1210
12"
Core 2 Duo
128 7400 turbocache
optional webcam
Sony SZ
13"
Core 2 Duo
128 7400 turbocache
optional webcam
engraving
Asus A8Js
14"
Core 2 Duo
512 7700
webcam
all of them can be configured to some...
have you checked out a 14" widescreen? i game on my A8j and it's quite lovely. when i'm in the dorm i use an external monitor, but at the house i use the LCD. also, if you plan to take it to classes with you, you might want to...