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[quote=Anonymous]I need a new computer and I think I want a laptop.  My ex-husband was a computer guy and the computers I’ve had for the last 30 years were assembled from his cast-off parts.  The last computer I had any input on was the Tandy my parents bought me for college.  Clearly, I need help.

I need a something that can handle major business applications, especially Microsoft Office, because my skills are outdated and I need to get them up to speed.  I do a lot of internet browsing (and end up with ridiculous amounts of tabs open), but very little gaming (mostly an ancient version of Civilization).  I listen to Pandora and watch Youtube, but I don’t generally stream movies/TV.

I don’t like the idea of storing things on the cloud, so I’d prefer something that would be compatible with some type of backup device.

I tend to sit on the floor a lot, so a lightweight device that I can use in my actual lap would be great.  It might be nice if there were some way I could connect it to a larger screen, ergonomic keyboard, etc., for large projects.

I don’t need a fancy bells and whistles system, but I tend to hold on to technology for years longer than most, so I am willing to invest more in capabilities that will prolong its useful life before it’s completely outdated.

Do you have any recommendations for me (or recommendations to avoid)?  Is there anything I need to know?  Where should I be shopping  (Microcenter, Best Buy, Walmart/Target, Amazon, other)?

I greatly appreciate any and all help.  Thanks![/quote]

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