Any of you use a laptop as your main computer? - GoFuckYourself.com

clickhappy · 09-22-2004, 01:04 AM

I have 2 computers and the take up too much space, so im thinking of selling them and just using a laptop.
A laptop would be great because I can travel and bring it with me.

but do you get tired of using a laptop all the time? The smakk screen, small keyboard, small mouse, etc? or do you get used to it and learn to like it?

Dawgy · 09-22-2004, 01:12 AM

liquidmoe · 09-22-2004, 01:15 AM

My computing needs have become much simpler as the years went on, now all I need is a mail client, firefox, and SSH and I'm set. Plus with all of the remote desktop software and built-in windows support out there you can always remote your box from anywhere, so a laptop is definitely a good way to go. But overall I think they are bit less comfortable than a desktop, you know smaller screen, smaller keyboard, odd placement of keys. Just get both.

Then install a wireless network in your house, then sit around watching TV and working off your laptop, or better yet from bed.

clickhappy · 09-22-2004, 01:16 AM

and you dont have any problems running memory hogs like photoshop or movie editing software on them?

DarkJedi · 09-22-2004, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by clickhappy
and you dont have any problems running memory hogs like photoshop or movie editing software on them?

not if you buy a decent setup.

Acer has a nice 3.4Gz 1G RAM machine

Magg · 09-22-2004, 01:19 AM

who cares if you do have resource hogging apps on them, they are just as powerful as desktops if you get the right one.

I switched all my desktops to laptops, and my primary laptop is:

3.0Ghz with HT and 800Mhz FSB.
1GB DDR PC3200 RAM
60GB 7200RPM HD
ATI M10 Mobility 128Mb Dedicated VRAM
17" LCD Screen
DVD/CDRW
10/100/1000 On-Board NIC

wdsguy · 09-22-2004, 01:19 AM

nope, it just feels akward for some reason

soukee · 09-22-2004, 01:24 AM

laptop:
AMD Athlon 2600+
512 MB SDRAM
64 MB graphics card

I am satisfied...

Vitasoy · 09-22-2004, 01:25 AM

When your at home, just use the regular mouse and monitor from pc's.

Shooter · 09-22-2004, 01:28 AM

Not currently, but for a while I was using one with a regular keyboard, mouse, and monitor hooked up which worked well.

Xtreme Fever · 09-22-2004, 01:29 AM

you can use an optical mouse and when you are at home, hook it up to a flat panel monitor

WarChild · 09-22-2004, 01:33 AM

Here are some things to consider:

1) Video editing (processing) is highly processor intensive. The faster your processor and bus, the faster you will have your finished product. Faster chips are cheaper for your desktop than for a laptop. You can always upgrade your motherboard to handle the next generation of chips. Not so on a laptop.

2) Laptops don't last forever. Ask anybody who's used one extensively. Eventually it will die. When it does (usually right after warranty exprires) many problems will be too expensive to fix. You'll end up buying another laptop.

In the long run, I think you will spend more money and be frustrated with your results. Keep a desktop machine.

reynold · 09-22-2004, 01:41 AM

yes! im using my laptop as my main compuiter! good thing,i don't have any problem with it!

erehwon · 09-22-2004, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by liquidmoe
My computing needs have become much simpler as the years went on, now all I need is a mail client, firefox, and SSH and I'm set. Plus with all of the remote desktop software and built-in windows support out there you can always remote your box from anywhere, so a laptop is definitely a good way to go. But overall I think they are bit less comfortable than a desktop, you know smaller screen, smaller keyboard, odd placement of keys. Just get both.

Then install a wireless network in your house, then sit around watching TV and working off your laptop, or better yet from bed.

I agree with Liquidmoe, with a fast enough laptop, just about anything is doable.

My goal of running an empire from a laptop is getting closer and closer every day.

LeWeekend · 09-22-2004, 01:54 AM

hell ya

xxxoutsourcing · 09-22-2004, 02:03 AM

I'm thinking of getting one of these

Ross · 09-22-2004, 02:11 AM

I love my laptop, not used it much to be honest since I bought it 6 months ago, but I had to come out to The Phillipines and I am using it everyday. I am seriously thinking of just buying another Dell Laptop when I come home to use for everyday. I need bigger spec tho, this one has:

Pentium 4 2.66 Processor
20 gb HDD
15" Display
DVD Rom
CD Rewriter
256MB RAM
Integrated Wireless Internet

Its pretty good for what I use it for.....which is NOTHING until now.

I wanna be working from a laptop from now on tho. I have 2 desktops in my office at home, I'll just one them for storing content when I do buy my new notebook

Kicker · 09-22-2004, 02:35 AM

Laptop

lukapensa · 09-22-2004, 02:51 AM

i use laptop for over one and a half year now as a primary computer. and i love it. and yes, i do graphics on it. and people love those designs.. so i guess - laptops are even good for doing graphic design work nowdays

btw, while at desk, i use microsoft's optical mouse, i don't want to play with those touchpads or whatever.

flashfreak · 09-22-2004, 02:54 AM

yes.
I love my laptop. it was hard first to get used to thhe keyboard but now it's perfect.

slavdogg · 09-22-2004, 04:12 AM

even a best laptop cant come close to my PC set up
i have a bright sony large lcd,
ergonomic keyboard
trackball

i work at a speed of light, cant do that with my laptop
cant even type half as a fast on a regular keywork as i do with this one

arachnO · 09-22-2004, 04:16 AM

I use my notebook as main computer

BDSM_Fun · 09-22-2004, 04:17 AM

Yes. ASUS M6 laptop

Vitasoy · 09-22-2004, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Xtreme Fever
you can use an optical mouse and when you are at home, hook it up to a flat panel monitor

I'm glad, I'm not the only one :D

$hurik · 09-22-2004, 04:23 AM

Winning combination:

VanessaG · 09-22-2004, 04:31 AM

Here´s my setup!

Vanessa

www.vanessa-g.com
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Freakster · 09-22-2004, 04:35 AM

I sure do.. plug in a monitor, a kb and a mouse and it's like a desktop while at office.. then you can bring it anywhere... it's a p4 2.6 so no speed issue ;)

NiteRain · 09-22-2004, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by clickhappy
and you dont have any problems running memory hogs like photoshop or movie editing software on them?

Well the Dell Inspiron XPS model is like having a desktop and it is meant to be used instead of your desktop. I have two laptops and two desktops. At one time I used only my laptops for everything, you get use to it. The only reason I am back to my desktop system is my wireless network card on the laptop in the bedroom, started to disconnect me for no reason at all.

Groove · 09-22-2004, 04:43 AM

I have a desktop and notebook. I prefer working on my desktop, mainly because I find the screen is postioned too low on the notebook (hurts my neck), plus the desktop has more grunt and the screen is better.

NiteRain · 09-22-2004, 04:43 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by VanessaG
Here´s my setup!

Vanessa

www.vanessa-g.com
iCQ 314020181

That is too neat you straightened it up for the picture didn't you

VanessaG · 09-22-2004, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by NiteRain
That is too neat you straightened it up for the picture didn't you

I´m a neat little girl!

BDSM_Fun · 09-22-2004, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by $hurik
Winning combination:

Show us what written on you drawing board

bigdog · 09-22-2004, 05:11 AM

if you are use to a dual screen lcd setup. It's going to be hard to adjust to a smaller laptop screen

angeleyes · 09-22-2004, 06:55 AM

Laptops are the only thing I own anymore.

http · 09-22-2004, 07:59 AM

The notebook is my main computer

An IBM centrino, totally silent, it makes absolutely NO noise, ZERO

I can easily hear the clock on the wall

tick.. tock.. tick.. tock..

Wonderful

Peaches · 09-22-2004, 08:02 AM

I started using a laptop as my main computer and I don't think I could go back fulltime to a desktop again!!

Reak · 09-22-2004, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by VanessaG
Here´s my setup!

Vanessa

www.vanessa-g.com
iCQ 314020181

nice extern harddisk.

that's the one under my desk

Reak · 09-22-2004, 08:06 AM

I use it like 50/50

I use the main more for uploading and downloading content.

The laptop for Travel, mail, site updates and ICQ.

Groove · 09-22-2004, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Peaches
I started using a laptop as my main computer and I don't think I could go back fulltime to a desktop again!!

So why is it better?

SPWGuru · 09-22-2004, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Magg
who cares if you do have resource hogging apps on them, they are just as powerful as desktops if you get the right one.

I switched all my desktops to laptops, and my primary laptop is:

3.0Ghz with HT and 800Mhz FSB.
1GB DDR PC3200 RAM
60GB 7200RPM HD
ATI M10 Mobility 128Mb Dedicated VRAM
17" LCD Screen
DVD/CDRW
10/100/1000 On-Board NIC

Is that an Alienware? I have almost the same layout with the nvida 128 fxgo 5600 and I love it. Resource hogs are not a problem at all.

Run photoshop and vmware with freebsd or mandrake at the same time without any issues. It will even run premiere an dcan handle encoding video.

17 inches with 1600*1200 makes for a very nice workspace.

Peaches · 09-22-2004, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Groove
So why is it better?

Portability. I've always had a laptop but always bought a bottom of the line one just for travel. Now I can use this and go wherever I want and still have the same power and data.

And traveling isn't the biggest issue, working outside and taking it to friends/family/wireless spots is also VERY handy

The keyboard takes time getting used to. I don't have a docking station but I also don't use numbers very much. I think if I used numbers more I'd get the docking station.

Reak · 09-22-2004, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Peaches
Portability. I've always had a laptop but always bought a bottom of the line one just for travel. Now I can use this and go wherever I want and still have the same power and data.

And traveling isn't the biggest issue, working outside and taking it to friends/family/wireless spots is also VERY handy

The keyboard takes time getting used to. I don't have a docking station but I also don't use numbers very much. I think if I used numbers more I'd get the docking station.

Anthony_A · 09-22-2004, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by http
The notebook is my main computer

An IBM centrino, totally silent, it makes absolutely NO noise, ZERO

I can easily hear the clock on the wall

tick.. tock.. tick.. tock..

Wonderful

Fucking love the Laptop I use, IBM Thinkpad R50 Pentium M Centrino.

Sometimes I wonder if it's on.

SPWGuru · 09-22-2004, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Groove
So why is it better?

Better depends on your needs. When I go to a show or on a buisness trip it is great i have all my work.

We have a physical office and I also work fomr home allot so again having all my programs settings and emails in one place is great. At home, work or on vacation I can always access the data the same way.

Not to mention even at home if I don't want to sit in my office I can take the laptop outside and work while getting some sun.

If being mobile is an advantage to you there is no reason to stay with a desktop just for performance. Not to mention you can get a docking station real cheap these days and then you have the best of both worlds.

Tala · 09-22-2004, 08:16 AM

TDF · 09-22-2004, 09:33 AM

im guilty

fris · 09-22-2004, 09:35 AM

i used to until dell fucked me over, middle of lawsuit right now.

Sosa · 09-22-2004, 09:38 AM

NinjaSteve · 09-22-2004, 10:00 AM

A friend of mine replaces his desktop with an Alienware Area51. 3.2ghz beefed up mofo.

I plan on replacing my desktop by the end of the year with a Dell Inspiron 8600. That's a bad ass computer with the pentium M so it lasts for a long time. And you can game on it if you want to (light gaming).

My only problem is storage. I'm not sure if I should keep a desktop, or just get a USB external hard drive holder and slap in a 250gb drive. This might be the best answer.

For more info about laptops and recommendations you could always check this place out:
http://www.notebookforums.com/

Dell often has 20% off coupons too. I just priced an 8600 at $2800 and it came to $2100 after the 20% discount and their other special offers like free shipping. I almost ordered it but decided to wait.

Peaches · 09-22-2004, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by NinjaSteve
A friend of mine replaces his desktop with an Alienware Area51. 3.2ghz beefed up mofo.

I plan on replacing my desktop by the end of the year with a Dell Inspiron 8600. That's a bad ass computer with the pentium M so it lasts for a long time. And you can game on it if you want to (light gaming).

My only problem is storage. I'm not sure if I should keep a desktop, or just get a USB external hard drive holder and slap in a 250gb drive. This might be the best answer.

For more info about laptops and recommendations you could always check this place out:
http://www.notebookforums.com/

Dell often has 20% off coupons too. I just priced an 8600 at $2800 and it came to $2100 after the 20% discount and their other special offers like free shipping. I almost ordered it but decided to wait.

I have the 8600 and love it! I only paid $1500 so you must be beefing it up

09-22-2004, 01:04 AM	#1
clickhappy Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,027	Any of you use a laptop as your main computer? I have 2 computers and the take up too much space, so im thinking of selling them and just using a laptop. A laptop would be great because I can travel and bring it with me. but do you get tired of using a laptop all the time? The smakk screen, small keyboard, small mouse, etc? or do you get used to it and learn to like it?

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liquidmoe Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NY Posts: 4,994	My computing needs have become much simpler as the years went on, now all I need is a mail client, firefox, and SSH and I'm set. Plus with all of the remote desktop software and built-in windows support out there you can always remote your box from anywhere, so a laptop is definitely a good way to go. But overall I think they are bit less comfortable than a desktop, you know smaller screen, smaller keyboard, odd placement of keys. Just get both. Then install a wireless network in your house, then sit around watching TV and working off your laptop, or better yet from bed. __________________ Take Luck!

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clickhappy Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,027	and you dont have any problems running memory hogs like photoshop or movie editing software on them?

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Magg Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: ICQ: 132497047 Posts: 4,467	who cares if you do have resource hogging apps on them, they are just as powerful as desktops if you get the right one. I switched all my desktops to laptops, and my primary laptop is: 3.0Ghz with HT and 800Mhz FSB. 1GB DDR PC3200 RAM 60GB 7200RPM HD ATI M10 Mobility 128Mb Dedicated VRAM 17" LCD Screen DVD/CDRW 10/100/1000 On-Board NIC

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wdsguy Ryde or Die Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: California-Shanghai Posts: 19,568	nope, it just feels akward for some reason

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Shooter Confirmed User Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 2,842	Not currently, but for a while I was using one with a regular keyboard, mouse, and monitor hooked up which worked well.

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Xtreme Fever Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 234	you can use an optical mouse and when you are at home, hook it up to a flat panel monitor

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WarChild Let slip the dogs of war. Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bermuda Posts: 17,263	Here are some things to consider: 1) Video editing (processing) is highly processor intensive. The faster your processor and bus, the faster you will have your finished product. Faster chips are cheaper for your desktop than for a laptop. You can always upgrade your motherboard to handle the next generation of chips. Not so on a laptop. 2) Laptops don't last forever. Ask anybody who's used one extensively. Eventually it will die. When it does (usually right after warranty exprires) many problems will be too expensive to fix. You'll end up buying another laptop. In the long run, I think you will spend more money and be frustrated with your results. Keep a desktop machine.

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Ross Ik ben een aap Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Traffic Force Towers, Canada! Posts: 18,874	I love my laptop, not used it much to be honest since I bought it 6 months ago, but I had to come out to The Phillipines and I am using it everyday. I am seriously thinking of just buying another Dell Laptop when I come home to use for everyday. I need bigger spec tho, this one has: Pentium 4 2.66 Processor 20 gb HDD 15" Display DVD Rom CD Rewriter 256MB RAM Integrated Wireless Internet Its pretty good for what I use it for.....which is NOTHING until now. I wanna be working from a laptop from now on tho. I have 2 desktops in my office at home, I'll just one them for storing content when I do buy my new notebook

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slavdogg Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 3,570	even a best laptop cant come close to my PC set up i have a bright sony large lcd, ergonomic keyboard trackball i work at a speed of light, cant do that with my laptop cant even type half as a fast on a regular keywork as i do with this one

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Groove Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,852	I have a desktop and notebook. I prefer working on my desktop, mainly because I find the screen is postioned too low on the notebook (hurts my neck), plus the desktop has more grunt and the screen is better.

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bigdog Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 6,964	if you are use to a dual screen lcd setup. It's going to be hard to adjust to a smaller laptop screen

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http Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 1,811	The notebook is my main computer An IBM centrino, totally silent, it makes absolutely NO noise, ZERO I can easily hear the clock on the wall tick.. tock.. tick.. tock.. Wonderful

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NinjaSteve Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 11,089	A friend of mine replaces his desktop with an Alienware Area51. 3.2ghz beefed up mofo. I plan on replacing my desktop by the end of the year with a Dell Inspiron 8600. That's a bad ass computer with the pentium M so it lasts for a long time. And you can game on it if you want to (light gaming). My only problem is storage. I'm not sure if I should keep a desktop, or just get a USB external hard drive holder and slap in a 250gb drive. This might be the best answer. For more info about laptops and recommendations you could always check this place out: http://www.notebookforums.com/ Dell often has 20% off coupons too. I just priced an 8600 at $2800 and it came to $2100 after the 20% discount and their other special offers like free shipping. I almost ordered it but decided to wait. __________________ ...