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   Comment by juicy_wishun on February 28, 2010 at 5:02 am

   There is nothing a desktop can do that a laptop can’t match, until you get into major super-computer levels. But, a laptop of a certain level with cost signifigantly more than the equivalent desktop. Laptops can also be much more expensive to fix, if anything goes wrong.

   To me, the biggest downside to a laptop is the difficulty of swappign components. I am all the time getting into the guts of my PC and switching things around, laptops just aren’t designed to do that sort of thing easily. But, from the tone of your question, I don’t think that should be a big factor in your decision.
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   Comment by dawn® on February 28, 2010 at 5:38 am

   in power and speed … no … they are geared to be power conserving and it affects that … you can generally get the same things accomplished with a notebook but if u expect it to perform and be as fast as a good desktop its not going to ..
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   Comment by umer on February 28, 2010 at 5:47 am

   I’d say no. Why? Because laptop parts need to be designed differently to take up less space and give out less heat. This takes more time and increases cost. That’s why not every product available for the dekstop on the market has a laptop version.
   Therefore laptop versions of say graphic cards, take longer time to come out into the market. So you pay more for a laptop than what you would for a dekstop.
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   Comment by Infinite Resistance Ω on February 28, 2010 at 6:20 am

   I would have to say that with my experience in the past 10 years with computers, that the laptops are just as good nowadays if not better than pcs. However, it is much harder to work on a laptop than it is to work on a pc. You will also pay more for a pc than for a laptop. Basically, since pcs and laptops are at the same level of power, speed (CPUs are a little slower on laptops right now), and space today pretty much. You’re really paying for the mobility and lighter volume of the laptop.
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   I’m an Electronic Technician

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   Comment by Robert S on February 28, 2010 at 6:43 am

   Here’s some advice Loyola gives their students:

   It is a matter of personal perference. However, there are advantages and disadvantages to both. The points below are offered to help you think about which you prefer.
   Laptop Advantages

   Portable: Most professors will allow students to bring laptops to class. Laptops can be used inside or out, used in the cafeteria, brought anywhere, and can be taken home more easily for vacations.
   Wireless Network: Some areas on campus are equipped for wireless access. This allows students to access the Internet, check e-mail, or use LOTS from thier laptop without a physical connection to the network.
   All in One: It’s nice to have all computer components attached as one unit.
   Less Space: A laptop PC takes up very little desk space. A desktop PC pretty much takes over your desk.
   Laptop Disadvantages

   Less Powerful: These days laptops are extremely powerful and usually run at speeds comparable to last year’s desktop PCs. If you are power-hungry, you can get a little more bang for your buck from a desktop PC.
   Missing in Action: laptops can be misplaced or stolen much more easily than a desktop PC.
   More Expensive to Repair: Often times laptops can be more expensive to repair. They are harder to work on, and since the keyboard and display are built in they are more expensive to replace.
   Desktop (or Tower) Advantages

   Powerful: You get more power for your money with a Desktop PC. They typically run faster, have more memory and larger drives.
   Home Repair: If you’re up for reading some basic instructions, you can install new components in your own desktop PC. You can also more easily replace items that go bad. Especially easy are the keyboard and display. If you have to take the PC to be serviced, it will be less expensive than a laptop.
   Desktop (or Tower) Disadvantages

   Like a Rock: (Very hard to move.) A desktop PC is not designed to be moved around a lot. It is made to sit on the desk. Taking the system apart can take a lot of time, and each unit (system, display, keyboard) needs to be detached and carried.
   Takes a Lot of Space: A desktop PC is typically very large and will take up a lot of room. Most people dedicate an entire desk to a desktop PC.
   References :
   http://www.loyola.edu/5555/students/laptopvsdesktop.html

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   Comment by Gidget Gannup on February 28, 2010 at 7:22 am

   If you are a fast typist or want to do a lot of typing, I find the keyboards on laptops terrible but you can connect a "normal" keyboard. I also find the touchpad hard to get used to and it gives me a sore wrist, so I prefer an external mouse. So IMO, they are good if you need to use them "on the road" but not for everyday use of the keyboard.
   Mine gets really hot if I play games on it for a long time and it needs a little "rest and a cool down". I can sit on the desktop all day if I like.
   The cd drive on mine is so thin and flimsy that I prefer an external cd drive (but the drive on my new desktop is also flimsy, so that may just be how they are these days).
   Mine only has three USB ports and I have to keep jiggling things around (I need to get a hub).
   It is easier to add things to a desktop if you want to.
   Overall, in my experience, unless you need the portability, stick with a desktop. (Oh and desktops are cheaper, for what you get)
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