So, now that I understand basics how do I know which computer is right for me?
The key question here is portability. Will you be using your computer from one or from multiple locations? Notebooks now offer the same performance as desktop PCs - but the smaller format commands a higher price. This is not surprising when you consider that the individual components of a notebook are not only miniaturised but also carefully designed for optimum performance and minimum power consumption to provide extended battery life. With the technological boundaries of PCs - both notebooks and desktops - being pushed all the time, it's important to review potential purchases in terms of each principal system component AND as an overall package to ensure that your final choice suits your needs.