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What computer........? - 9/20/2007 3:01:18 AM

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And so I will ask you folks here, I need a 'modern' computer. I have a budget of about £400, and would like a laptop suitable for mostly photographic work. Can I ask,what would folks here recommend as to the specification I should seek and make if applicable etc?

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RE: What computer........? - 9/20/2007 3:43:24 AM

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you can check out Dell, Toshiba, HP and others. Most companies have laptops in your range. What you want to look for is upgradeability. I suggest minimul of 2G Ram and a hard drive that spins at 7200 RPM for seamless moving of files ( without glitches)
Your nexst largest expense will be your processing program......Photo Shop??? Many come with 'photo' programs but they are limited in function so be aware of that as well.

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RE: What computer........? - 9/20/2007 4:09:28 AM

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My apologies for my ignorance in not understanding the currency but in my experience (and I buy 100's of PC a year for different purposes) The Dell XPS series desktops are the best bang for your buck and they start for around 1000 USD.

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RE: What computer........? - 9/20/2007 5:00:35 AM

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I think you'll have to remember to have your files on a CD or have another add on Drive to hold the images. Images take up lots of room. And for 400 dollars, you may not get the size storage needed. I cant say. I use photo shop and Quark publishing software. You can get older copies at a resonable price on line. I was suprised how fast I filled my machine up with artwork.

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RE: What computer........? - 9/20/2007 5:37:19 AM

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Second thought. I have no idea what Mac's cost, I don't use them. but they are highly regarded for multimedia and artistic purposes.

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RE: What computer........? - 9/20/2007 7:27:06 AM

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When it comes to REAL media production work, there is NO SUBSTITUTE FOR AN APPLE.

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