Does notebook work as well as a lap top it will replace my desktop
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This laptop does everything I need in a computer. It has decent storage and you can purchase additional storage with a travel drive, which is very easy to use. I have been very happy with this laptop.
74495
I really don't know. I use a notebook laptop. But I can say - one of the best purchases I ever made.
355474
Yes, it works well as I use both of these things. It takes a little while to get used to the new windows but I do like the computer.
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Notebook drives are pretty standard, you will have to swap the bezel though, really easy to do.
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The Lap top can be used for gaming, but may run slow for the more graphic intense games. (I would not consider it, a top of the line Gaming PC)My reply is based on other Toshiba Satellite of verious makes I have owned, they are very good low cost laptops. A Toshiba Satellite I ordered was recently lost in the mail
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Desktop pcs will always be better than those things people call laptops.... and will ALWAYS be faster than laptops.
224673
No problem, you will Love this notebook, you can check uses and setups on you tube vídeos
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Yes, it surely does. The laptop in general has excellent performance. You won't be disappointed.
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I use this computer for many uses, one of which is graphics work with the GIMP (gnu image manipulation program) which is similar to Photoshop (in both capabilities and requirements). This computer can easily run the program, and has enough ram to open/edit good sized documents, but will lag on big files or if you run a processing task of any magnitude. Simpler processing tasks like adjusting brightness and contrast work fine, but lag on big images to the point that it is (slightly) annoying if you use the active preview. I also have a powerful home- built desktop, and it's greater speed is both noticeable and welcome after using the laptop. Short answer: it will work fine, but it is the minimum, more power would be ideal if photo work is your focus. If you only edit photos occasionally, this laptop should perform fine. Disclaimer: I cannot speak on the software aspect of the computer(win8) and how much power it consumes, as I wiped the hard drive immediately after the computer arrived and replaced win8 with Ubuntu 13.04
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Generally the answer is 'NO". Can laptop memory be used in desktop and the other way around? That is a common question. The answer is no, for the most part. The first difference between the two is the size of the memory modules. Most desktop memory modules measure between 4.5 and 5.0 inches. The laptop modules are usually 2.5 inches. But, that is the most obvious visual clue of the differences. Other differences in the memory architecture make them incompatible for swapping.
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As with almost all laptops, replacing anything other than adding memory is extremely difficult. That said, the dual-core Pentium and Intel HD Graphics (128MB video memory), are much better than most laptops anywhere near this price point. Not to mention the 16:9 aspect ratio and number keys.
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This is as close to a desktop as you can get with a laptop(well Falcon but pricier). This should easily handle everything you listed. I would suggest a solid state drive as well if you are concerned about power and speed.
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I have not had the need to upgrade, but I know when I bought it there were options on how much RAM so I assume it can be upgraded after purchase. My experience is that unlike desktops, a laptop should be worked on by a professional unless you are really comfortable opening them up.
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It will work in both a notebook and desktop PC. I replaced the original HDD in a desktop HP dc7800, running 64-bit Windows 7 Professional; Intel Core Duo CPU E8400 @ 3.00GHz, 4 GB RAM. Performance has been dramatic since replacing the original drive. I'll never use another HDD as a main drive in any system I own from now on.
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I dont believe so. Its fully contained with its own systems. If you want Windows a laptop is probably a better choice for you. Thanks.
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Yes. You may do most anything you can from one of the bigger computers. It just has a smaller screen and not quite as much oomph. Windows 8 can be annoying, but if you learn the keyboard shortcuts than it's ok.
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Yes. We live in the country and it's not quite as easy to get things done, computer wise or cell phone wise. Took it to a computer guy, he downloaded what was needed, came home & Boom. I am a happy notebook user.