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doomgiver
doomgiver Original post #1
Jun 18, 2011 at 9:30 PM
1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)
35000 INR

2) What size notebook would you prefer?
a. Netbook; 10” screen or less
b. Ultraportable; 11" - 12” screen
c. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
d. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
e. Desktop Replacement; 17"+ screen
whatever goes

3) Which country will you buying this notebook? Also state that if Amazon.com or Newgg.com ships to your country (Only if you know this info).
india

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like: dell
b. Dislike:


5) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
office applications, light surfing

6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
maybe, not everyday

7) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
no
8) How many hours of battery life do you need?
as much as possible :)
9) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
i'd prefer seeing in person, if possible

10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista or Windows 7), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
windows
Screen Specifics

11) What screen resolution(s) would you prefer?
any will do
desiibond
Jun 18, 2011 at 10:00 PM
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doomgiver
Jun 19, 2011 at 2:54 PM
thanks!!!
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marvelousprashant
Jun 19, 2011 at 3:27 PM
Why don't you buy a high end netbook? You'll get a very good battery life. Also since you want it for browsing and office applications only
doomgiver
Jun 20, 2011 at 11:28 AM
didnt consider a netbook coz the screen size will be a bit small

but if you have any suggestions, then please, do tell!
doomgiver
Jun 23, 2011 at 7:08 PM
:bump:

this is the quote given by the salesman.

now, is this config good???

any suggestions?