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What kind of laptop are you using?

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by t_wilson0321, Feb 10, 2008.

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  1. Feb 13, 2008 #11
    t_wilson0321

    t_wilson0321 <strong>Adjustable Wench</strong>

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    Hey all. I've been checking out the info you've given me on what you are using. So much to choose from!!! I hate decisions that require brain cells. I've only got two you know, being a blonde, and it's not good to get them sparking against each other!! LOL!!!

    Seriously, you've all given me some great leads, and I'll definitely spend some time comparing the different laptops.

    Thanks all,

    T
     
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  3. Feb 13, 2008 #12
    Roadmedic

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    I have a compaq presario 2500 specially ordered back in 2004. It now has over 650,000 miles on it.
     
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  4. Feb 14, 2008 #13
    Gypsycowgirl

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    I have an Acer Aspire 5000. Been toting it around 2 years next month, and not a problem one. It sits on my bed pretty much 24/7 open and turned on. Think I paid around $1000 for it at Circuit City.
     
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  5. Feb 15, 2008 #14
    Bigray

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    The only notebook that can truly endure the vibration and shaking of a truck is panasonic's toughbook
     
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  7. Feb 15, 2008 #15
    Markk9

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    I have an IBM Thinkpad T23 that was used for three years on a truck, it still works as advertised. Mine sat on the passengers seat hooked to a GPS, never failed. So I would say the above statement is not true.

    Mark
     
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  8. Feb 15, 2008 #16
    Big Duker

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    Panasonic Toughbooks are very good in harsh weather and if exposed to water. Most decent laptops can stand up to the vibrations of todays trucks. The military used a lot of tough books on helicopters. They were good in dust in Iraq, but still needed to be cleaned and serviced regularly.
     
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  9. Feb 16, 2008 #17
    wsyrob

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    They are also expensive. I am going to start out with a $345 Wal Mart Acer I bought in November. Not much money lost if it doesn't hold up.
     
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  10. Feb 17, 2008 #18
    t_wilson0321

    t_wilson0321 <strong>Adjustable Wench</strong>

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    Well, I haven't had much of a chance to look at things the past couple of days as hubby has been home. Yahoo!!!! He left this morning though. Bohoo!! So now I'll get back to reading info on the different laptops. He thinks he wants a Dell, but he's not real sure yet. Wally World sells Dell laptops (big surprise) so I've been looking at those too. So much to decide on. Oh well, we've got time.
     
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  11. Feb 17, 2008 #19
    Markk9

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    t wilson...Dell makes a very nice laptop for most peoples needs. Your best bet is get one thrrough Dell's web site, unless Wally World has what you need in stock.

    In the corporate world Dell is the number 2 laptop in use, with the Thinkpads as number one.

    Mark
     
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  12. Feb 17, 2008 #20
    Scarecrow03

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    I've got a Gateway MX 6455 that has been very durable outside of the AC adapter port breaking. Just be sure that you buy a protection plan with whichever machine you get for your husband.
     
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