laptop help needed

ktj

Until recently, I have always used pcs and laptops provided by work, which have always come with programmes, security etc. already installed.

However now that I have retired, :j :j :j I need to buy my own laptop and go solo. :eek:

I only need it for surfing the net, internet banking, storing and editing photos and music and for my son's gaming.

I'm thinking of getting Aldi's Medion MD98200. Is this a good choice, especially with regard to reliability, durability, value for money. ease of use etc.

Also what sort of security :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: will I need to install before I get started? Is the free stuff that you can get from the web good enough?

As you can tell, I am not very computer literate, so any help will be very gratefully received.

See this link for spec - [p=55450808]ClickHere[/post] or next but one post for the spec for this laptop. Oh and cost was about £550.

emma396

what r the specs of the aldi medion?
https://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk are pretty good, my brother and i both purchased laptops from them. what is your budget?

ktj

With ref. to my previous post here is the spec for the Medion md98200
I no idea what most of it means but I'm sure it will make sense to someone.

15.4 multimedia notebook -- 4 in 1 notebook computer - mobile flatscreen tv - dvd player - video recorder
intel pentium dual-core processor T2060 1.60ghz 533mhz 1mb 1mb L2 cache
120 gb hard disc
windows vista
intel graphics media accelerator 950 pci-express technology
15.4 tft wxga widescreen display 1280 x 800 - 16.10 cinema format
1,024 mb ddr2 sdram
8x multi-standard dvd burner with dvd ram and dual layer support
wireless lan 802.11b/g up to 54mbit/s
6 channel audio out for surround sound
4 in 1 memory card reader
2 multimedia speakers
fast ethernet 10/100 mbits on board
v90 modem

Cost just under £550.

roysterer

Recently purchased IBM Lenovo 3000 C200 a fortnight ago £304 delivered !!
from e-buyer via Google for £10 off. This includes the extra 512mb of ram I added to the shopping basket, that is simple to fit yourself.
My son reckons it's better than his Dell he got 5 months ago.
roysterer

sandy2_2

According to other computer help sites I read, the Aldi Medionis recommended, but personally I would go for a DELL. You can order on line or have a chat with someone over the phone