[gui-talk] Notebooks and laptops

[George Cassell]

I am considering buying a notebook computer.  I've always had and used a 
desktop model in the past, so this will be something different for me. 
Thus, I have some questions for the list.

Is a notebook and a laptop computer the same thing?

I'm looking for a "basic" computer; something to surf the net, do e-mail, 
play audio, etc.  What should I bee looking for?

I'm particularly concerned about audio.  I'll be running Jaws, and want 
excellent sound from the system when I play music.  What should I be looking 
for, and what should I be looking out for?

I have virtually no need for video, except in rare circumstances, so I don't 
want to waste money on the video section at all.

What brands, makes and models should I be considering, and why?

-- George