1 Consumer Reports: Computer Buying Guide Overview Cody Barnes Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University CSCI 109: Introduction to Computer and Applications September 25, 2021 2 I. If you’re looking for something you can easily carry to and from work, or bring with you on vacation, then a lightweight laptop could be in order. a) These weigh just a couple of pounds b) Have batteries that can last a full workday of more than 8 hours c) Have more than enough power to tackle common productivity tasks. d) Some models can be used as a tablet of sorts by bending the keyboard backward and behind the screen using a 360-degree hinge. II. A desktop may be a smarter and more ergonomic pick, however, if you’re setting up a home office and aren’t worried as much about mobility. a) Staring out into a display puts less strain on your neck than staring down into one as you would with a laptop. b) You also generally get more power per dollar spent with a desktop than you do with a laptop. c) Some models come with a built-in display, while with others you’ll have to supply your own. i. III. Computer monitors aren’t expensive. Mac can do about as much as a PC. a) Both have access to top-tier software ii. include robust anti-malware protection. iii. are easy to use. b) Able to pair a Mac with an iPhone or an Android phone with a PC. 3 c) Lets you answer a text message with your keyboard and share copy-paste data between a computer and a smartphone.
