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[BobTheWonderDog <r_s_banks AT yahoo.com>]

The 3.3 volt vs. 5.0 volt decision is not relevant -
just get a current design laptop that's not more than
a year or two old.  They do use a lot less
electricity.  Don't buy Sony because they use
proprietary software and non-compatible hardware. 
Don't buy Dell unless you like talking to people in
Bangalore or Calcutta.  The only real downsides to a
laptop are the crappy keyboard and the fact that the
KB and screen are hooked together.  Heck, for that
matter, you could probably get a wireless KB and mouse
for $25.  Yes, they are more difficult to fix, but so
is an automatic transmission or a heat pump.  That's
why we have extended warranties and repair people. 
You will lose the benefit of having your existing
desktop computer and monitor act as a cozy space
heater, though.


--- Bevanron <erthnsky AT bellsouth.net> wrote:

> I read a blurb on the Eartheasy site about using a
> laptop computer to
> save energy.  Since space is limited here, and I
> have an ancient, maxed
> out with upgrades computer, I have been considering
> going with a laptop
> or notebook instead of the standard desktop when it
> comes time to
> replace this one.  My computer nerd son in law says
> I shouldn't do it,
> but he can't really give me a reason why other than
> laptops and
> notebooks are harder to upgrade and I would have to
> replace them more
> often.  The site says..."Buying a new computer?
> Consider whether a
> laptop could meet your needs. Laptops use 10 per
> cent or less of the
> electricity consumed by typical desktop computers.
> When buying a laptop,
> look for systems comprised completely of 3.3-volt
> components (processor,
> memory and LCD). These systems use 40 to 50% less
> energy than 5.0-volt
> systems, and are generally equipped with a lighter
> battery."
> What are the disadvantages of notebooks and laptops
> compared to
> desktops?  What is the difference, other than size,
> between a notebook
> and a laptop?  How much more expensive are these 3.3
> volt systems and
> what does that mean 'lighter battery'?
> 
> Bev
> -- 
> erthnsky AT bellsouth.net        BevanRon of EarthNSky Farm      NW
> Georgia USDA Zone 7
> 34.498N       85.076W
> 
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