Laptop for school

[El loco]

I have been looking around for a new workhorse laptop but so far I have had no luck.
Basically I'm looking for something cheap(the cheaper the better, $500 or less) for school work. It must have microsoft word, power point,etc.. and be able to connect to wireless internet.

if anyone can point me to such a thing I will appreciate it.

 

[UltimaWeapon]

You're prob going to have to get a used one. A new one with ms word + tax would be around 600-650 at the least.

 

[Kharn]

Try Openoffice its free an has the same features as MS office an supports all office file extensions.

As for the laptop a Dell Inspiron 1525 it starts at $499 an would make a good workhorse for you, Dell Inspiron 1525 Laptop Product Details

But seriously look into open office, all the features of MS office with non of the cost.

 

[Redmo0n]

You could get something like the Eee pc and get torrented software

Newegg.com - ASUS Eee PC 4G - Pearl White Eee PC Intel processor 7" Wide VGA 512MB 4GB Integrated Graphics - Retail

Or use the left over money to buy a software package

All in all that is a great laptop for that price, small, cheap and wireless = winner




EDIT: P.S with the money you have left over i would pickup a portable hard drive because it only comes with 4gig (windows :/)

 

[Kharn]

the eee PC is a nice little laptop but for working its not a option unless its for taking to a meeting an then transferring to your regular desktop.

 

[Redmo0n]

he eee PC is a nice little laptop but for working its not a option unless its for taking to a meeting an then transferring to your regular desktop.

Explain.

Remember he is at school not work.

 

[Eric1]

You could probably find something nice on eBay for $500 of course it will be used. I have a Dell Inspiron 6000 that would be excellent for school work. You could pick one up for around $300-$500 if you search. Also Openoffice I feel is better and it's free!!!. Good Luck. OpenOffice.org: Home