desktop vs. laptop???????

[bzb]

My Toshiba laptop is almost dead (keeps on suddenly turning off and is very slow). I am looking to replace it. I basically use it only in the house, so should I just get a desktop? Is that cheaper? Is there reason to go for a laptop over a desktop?

[Dan]

Desktops are usually cheaper, but laptops are portable.  Only you can decide which one is better for you!

[SuperFlyer]

Desktops are easier to work with.

Desktops usually last longer.

Desktops allow up/downgrading of hardware according to your needs.

IMHO laptops that have more than 15 inch screens are not really portable anymore.

If buying a laptop, make sure that it has at least 6 cells batteries (buying a spare one can be very useful)

[bzb]

Thanks Dan and Superflyer.

I think I am leaning towards desktop.

If my needs are pretty basic is there anything in particular I should be looking for in a desktop?

[jack]

Dan had this one up on the deals
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/6151

[Moshe Green]

Dan had this one up on the deals
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/6151

that ones not so good. theres alot better stuff out there for cheaper.

[justaregularguy]

that ones not so good. theres alot better stuff out there for cheaper.

in case @bzb hasn’t decided on a desktop after all these years..

[monoso]

that ones not so good. theres alot better stuff out there for cheaper.

anything specific?

[stooges44]

Desktops are usually cheaper, but laptops are portable.  Only you can decide which one is better for you!

WOW! I was shocked that Dan answered but then I noticed the date