Discounted computers for students?

mapleleaf1010

Hi

I'm doing a course with the Open University and would like a new laptop, as mine is a bit old and not very reliable.

I use my computer mainly for internet/e-mail and sometimes I watch iPlayer. I'm NOT keen on games or film/music downloading.

Are there any companies that offer student discount at all? What would you advise me to do?

Cheers

atypical

Apple and Dell both offer student discounts. But who gives a discount shouldn't be your first concern, just focus on finding the best spec for your budget.

This is well priced for the spec at £300. Adequate for what you say you'll be using it for and then some:
http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/sol/shop/technology/computing_and_gaming/laptops_and_netbooks/120987532_emachines_e732z_eme732372g25mnkk_core_i3_2gb250gb_156_laptop.html?network_id=cj&source=cj&affiliate_id=1546795

2% cashback too and 598 Nectar points.

smeatcq

If you don't want anything too overpowered or expensive, a netbook is a great option. They're small, light and extremely portable, and often come with all the ports and gadgets of a larger computer. You don't get as much grunt, but if you're only browsing the web and writing documents they're ideal.

zzzLazyDaisy

smeatcq wrote: »

If you don't want anything too overpowered or expensive, a netbook is a great option. They're small, light and extremely portable, and often come with all the ports and gadgets of a larger computer. You don't get as much grunt, but if you're only browsing the web and writing documents they're ideal.

I disagree. I do have a net book for when I am away from home, but I have a 15" laptop at home with a good quality screen. I definitely wouldn't want to be drafting a lot of documents on a netbook.