My Own Notebook PC
After a long wait, and long time of browsing different models of notebook computers, I was able to choose and purchase one, the HP Pavillion tx1105au. I’ve been searching for models considering my primary purpose for buying one. Since I would be bringing it to work everyday, I chose portability over specifications. But it didn’t mean that I won’t be looking for powerful notebook computer. Of course I would still consider those specifications, but my primary factor was would it be easy to bring anywhere I go.
So far so good. Satisfied with what I’ve got. Being convertible to a table pc is a plus. I can watch DVD movies when the notebook is in table form. And what can I say, I greatly recommend this notebook model. With its cool design and powerful features, the price is very reasonable.
Fingerprint Scanner: Hard to Use
My laptop, HP TX1105au, has a built-in finger print scanner which comes as an added feature for your security. I have previously written an article about fingerprint scanner, and it does gives an added security for your computer in addition to setting passwords.
The thing is, some fingerprint scanner, like the one installed in my laptop are too sensitive. I need to swipe my finger a couple of times for it to be recognized as a valid log in. You need the right stroke, the right weight of pressing, and the right speed of swiping your finger.
As a tip, always try to maintain your fingerprint scanner clean so dirt won’t be a factor in making scanned image blur.
Is Vista Right for Laptops?
New laptops are specifically designed for Windows Vista. The features that it possess and functionalities of certain hardware parts works with drivers for Windows Vista. But is Vista really a good choice of OS (Operating System) for laptops?
For me, I don’t see any problem in using Vista as my OS as the specifications of my laptop minimizes the effect of high resource consumption of this operating system. This is the main point you would hear arguements on using Windows Vista, with all the animations on its user interface. It eats up a lot of computer resources, memories, CPU usage, etc. So the only problem I see is that using Windows Vista could eat up battery life.
You won’t have a problem if you’re using your laptop with available electronic sockets where you could plug your adaptor anytime. But for usage on the road, it might eat up battery life. As a work around, I try to use the classic theme of Windows when using battery mode.
Work at Home…
Most of us would say that never bring your home at work. But for some instances, especially for busy seasons, this is inevitable. Moreover, especially for IT persons such as programmers, some ideas would just pop out on your mind even if you’re doing something else other than work. And being out of the office would avoid you to apply the idea immediately since your computer and files are at the office.
This is where a laptop would be helpful for you. It may not be a necessity, but would make your life so much easier, but of course, it would depend on your nature of work. As for my personal experience, acquiring a laptop was such a great help for my work. Even at the office, I’m using my laptop as my main computer so all the files I’m working at are saved in it. So even when I’m home, I do have all my files with me where I can review every documents I need so I could prepare for the meeting the next morning. No need of spending overtimes at the office. You may be at home spending time with your family, and may just take a look at your files in your laptop.
Added Security: FingerPrint Reader
Want to have more security for your own personal belongings? Especially gadgets containing important personal data or critical company data. There is a feature that is just right for you. Some notebook computer manufacturers now integrate Fingerprint reader into these devices. A more efficient way to secure your computer than the use of passwords, which are now easily hacked by the way.
With the use of fingerprint readers, you can prevent unauthorized access from other users trying to get data from your computer. No two persons have the same fingerprint, so if they want to access your computer, they need to get your finger first. Ouch!
HP Pavillion dv2000t
One of the cool portable notebook computers from HP is the HP Pavillion dv2000t. Has a simple but cool design and is lightweight at 5.29lbs avoiding those muscle pains caused by carrying your laptop for the whole day. Power it up with an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz/4MB processor, enjoy maximum experience while working even multi-tasking different applications at the same time. Avoid hang times by mixing it up with upto 2GB DDR2 System Memory giving you more speed.
Enjoy browsing pictures and videos with its 14.1″ WXGA BrightView Widescreen (1280×800) LCD combined with 128MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7200 Graphics Card. Store these images of upto 160GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive. And stay connected anywhere with its wireless connection. You may even add up a TV tuner so you won’t miss your favorite TV shows anywhere you are.
HP Pavillion TX1000z
One of the many ultra-portable notebook computers from <strong>Hewlett-Packard</strong> is the HP Pavillion tx1000z. Very easy to bring anywhere you go having only a size of 8.82″ (L) x 12.05″ (W) x 1.23″ (min H)/1.52″ (max H). With wireless connection, stay connected to the web even in Coffee shops or other Wi-Fi hot spots.
Its performance is not to be taken for granted as it runs on an AMD Turion 64 x2 Dual-core processor of upto 2.0GHz/1MB upgradable. Upgrade its memory of upto 2MB DDR2 and store all you want on its 200GB 4200RPM SATA Hard Drive. Enjoy its exceptional display on its 12.1″ WXGA BrightView Widescreen LCD combined with NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 6150 Graphics Card.
What is more amazing with the tx1000z is you can upgrade its LCD display with integrated touch-screen feature. With its design where you can rotate its LCD screen of upto 180-degrees horizontally, it can be converted into a table PC. That’s what we call portable notebook PC.
Asus F3Tc
Looking for a notebook computer that would satisfy your gaming needs? Asus gives you the Asus F3Tc that gives True-to-Life gaming enjoyment.
It is equipped with the latest dual core technology giving you enhanced responsiveness on multimedia applications such as gaming or even enjoying audio and video playbacks. It has the exclusive ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence technology is especially effective for human skin tones, green stretches of grass and trees and blue sky and sea. It gives the quality of display every gamer is looking for.
It is also built with a high-resolution webcam enabling you to communicate through video conferencing without needing those camera and mic and their tangling cables. And with wireless technology, be connected anywhere inside WiFi hotspots.
Asus AJ8e
Enjoy having the best entertainment experience with the Asus AJ8e and its widescreen display. It is built with the Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology giving you breakthrough mobile performance. Enjoy watching your favorite movies on its 14″ WXGA(1280×800) LCD with its pleasant picture display as it is powered NVidia GeForce Go7300 128MB with TurboCache (A8Jn).
It has a DDR2 667 MHz DRAM, 2x SO-DIMM socket that is expandable to 2GB for better performance. Share files easily with its DVD Super Multi combo drive and a built-in SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO card reader. Plus better communication with its built-in 0.35 Mega-Pixel web-cam allowing you to perform video conferencing.
Acer TravelMate C210
Another notebook computer from Acer that can be easily brought anywhere because of its portable design. The TravelMate C210 has a slick sliding track mechanism making it easy to convert from a notebook mode into a slate mode.
It has a maximum performance powered by Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor with Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) that gives you the speed even in handling multi-thread applications. The TravelMate C210 gives you the best display with its NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7300 with up to 256 MB TurboCache™ on its high-contrast 12.1″ LCD. Upgrade it of upto 4 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz dual-channel support delivers multitasking performance for work that involves multi-threaded applications.
Other features includes integrated TravelMate biometric fingerprint reader that could give you better security, the Acer Soft Button (a unique onscreen user interface, centralizes key application icons in one convenient location), and applications that could manage security, performance, and power usage.
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