John Wrote in message:
The Medway Handyman wrote :
Time has come to replace the tower PC with a laptop, so I'm after some advice
from the learned people here, since I'm a computer numpty.

I'm looking for something around 16". I don't play games (only solitaire) I
don't watch films or download music. Don't want a touchscreen, much prefer
keyboard/mouse.

I use Word & Excel frequently, sometime quite big documents. I surf the net
often & use e-mail a lot. We have 4G WiFi at home, probably won't ever take
it out, but will use upstairs in the office, on the deck & downstairs in the
lounge.

Reluctant to change from MS Windows simply because I know how to use it.

Any advice on processor type, memory, make, supplier much appreciated.

Not really much to help you except to say that Lenovo are a
well-respected brand. Also, I'm sure that you've heard many people say
over the years, "Pull the plug out, wait a minute or two and then plug
it back in and boot it up" when troubleshooting.

For that reason, I'd make sure you get one where the battery can easily
be removed. Some laptops (some Sony models I believe and maybe others)
have to be stripped down to remove the battery - if you can't
*completely* remove the power you can't completely reset it when
needed.


My lenovo has gone back for the second time under warranty. The
battery has decided to die and although its a FRU they want it
back. Hence using a tablet to do this.

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typing on android tablets is a pain.


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