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Laptop and Desktop PC computer buying guide

 Looking to buy a laptop or PC computer? Laptops and PC computers can be a great asset, whether you need to take a laptop with you to class or just want to replace the laptop you have now and save some desk space while you're at it. Our laptop and PC computer buying guide will show you what to look for when picking out the perfect portable laptop or PC computer.

While this laptop buyer's guide won't get into recommending specific laptops, we will show you what general categories to look at, along with what options you may or may not need for your laptop.

Windows 8.1 on your laptop or PC computer

Windows laptops and PC computers are some of the most popular laptops and PC computers, giving you the most compatibility with the most programs. You're likely familiar with Windows from a previous laptop or PC computer at work or school. New laptops and PC computers come with Windows 8, but many people prefer the familiarity of windows 8.1 on their laptop or PC computer.

If you are going to use your laptop or PC computer for business purposes you may consider buying a laptop or PC computer with windows 7 professional installed.  If you are going to use your laptop or PC computer for home/general use generally windows 7 home will be adequate.

Some specific programs require XP on the laptop so we have some laptops and PC computers listed with XP, Microsoft have now stopped support for XP on PC computers and laptops so we advise our customers to purchase a laptop with windows 8.1.

About genuine Windows

Genuine Windows is published by Microsoft, properly licensed, and supported by Microsoft or a trusted partner. Only genuine Windows customers have access to all optional updates and downloads available from Microsoft, which are designed to help you get the most from your PC or laptop.

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Genuine value: protection, reliability, and performance

·       Protection. When you buy genuine Windows 8.1, you can download and installMicrosoft Security Essentials, the high-quality, award-winning antivirus solution from Microsoft which helps to safeguard your PC or laptop and your privacy. Microsoft Security Essentials is available at no cost to genuine Windows customers, including small businesses with up to 10 PCs.

·       Reliability. Genuine Windows 8.1 makes the things you do every day faster and easier, with fewer clicks, faster searching, easier browsing, and simpler ways to connect or your PC or laptop.

·       Performance. Genuine Windows 8.1 is designed to improve the performance of your PC or laptop, so it’s faster, more secure, and more reliable.

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Learn about professionally refurbished PCs with genuine Windows.

It is important that you buy a refurbished PC that has a genuine Windows operating system. Get more information on genuine Microsoft software and How to Tell to help you make the right decision.

Microsoft Refurbished PC program members offer enhanced value because they pre-install genuine Microsoft software, provide data wiping security services, and use environmentally sustainable best practices when refurbishing computers.

A Guide to Laptop Sizes

11- to 13-inch laptops - These laptops are ultra-portable, ideal for people like students who move around a lot and prefer to keep their computers with them at all times.;

14- to 16-inch laptops - These laptops represent the general use range. They're small enough to pick up and take along, but have enough power to do pretty much everything you want to do.