Ok I have an Inspiron E1705 I've had it about 2.5 years (ish). The only problem I've ever really had was slowing speeds. Which I fixed (HUGE build up of lint - not dust - in the fans). Now I've got a bigger problem:freak:, at least I think it is. With in the last 24 hours if I try to run more than one program at a time my computer crashes and "screams" at me. The noise I hear is like a very loud digital scramble. As soon as that happens my computer completely locks up and I have to completely power off the machine in order for the sound to stop. At this point I'm thinking about just buying a new laptop as I've kind of out grown this one. But if anyone has any ideas it would be helpful. I really can't afford a new one. Thanks!