[nmglug] piece of iron

[Aaron Birenboim]

On 06/02/2011 06:52 PM, Andrew Farnsworth wrote:
> I will second Lenovo.  It really depends on what kind of processing 
> power you need.  If you just need a basic laptop, I would almost 
> suggest something like a basic $500 Dell or HP (HP has quite a nice i5 
> laptop for $500 right now).  The money you save this way can then be 
> set aside for it's replacement in 4-5 years.

I have had very bad experience with HP.
Can others concur?
I would avoid them like the plague.
Very good value for specs, but a reputation for poor build,
and heat management.  very unreliable.

                  aaron