Hey guys. I'm looking for a new laptop to replace my desktop. It's clunky and I really don't want to play games any more, I just need a computer that can do digital painting and graphics (large Photoshop documents, etc). Besides that, I just want something solid and reliable, and that's all. It would be nice to keep it under $800-900. I'm willing to go refurbished.
One thing I do want is a VGA output so I can hook up my 19" monitor.
My computer knowledge is a bit rusty. I know the basics of processors, RAM, etc, but I know it's not so basic any more. There's such a huge variety of brands and models that I'm a bit overwhelmed.
I was looking at the VAIO NR models, and they seemed solid and cheap, but I read about issues with rolling back to XP. That's something I'm certain I'll want to do. I was also looking at the HP 530 (http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3319780&CatId=17), and the Acer TravelMate 5320 (http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3481314&CatId=17).
Any suggestions, and general tips for beginner buyers, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
P.S. - I'm from Canada.
One thing I do want is a VGA output so I can hook up my 19" monitor.
My computer knowledge is a bit rusty. I know the basics of processors, RAM, etc, but I know it's not so basic any more. There's such a huge variety of brands and models that I'm a bit overwhelmed.
I was looking at the VAIO NR models, and they seemed solid and cheap, but I read about issues with rolling back to XP. That's something I'm certain I'll want to do. I was also looking at the HP 530 (http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3319780&CatId=17), and the Acer TravelMate 5320 (http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3481314&CatId=17).
Any suggestions, and general tips for beginner buyers, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
P.S. - I'm from Canada.
