Tuesday, 6 August 2013

Laptop vs Desktop

You looking to buy a computer but don't know whether you want a desktop or a laptop. Well here is something to help you decide which is right for you.

Laptop: A laptop is a computer that is portable and suitable to travel with.
Description:

The laptop is perfect if you are planning to sit on the sofa with it or watch films in bed. Laptops are nice and portable. Also If you are a student or need to work on the go laptops are perfect, they can also pick up on wifi in wifi hotspots allowing you to go on the internet.

Some interesting facts:

  • Far more new laptops are sold then desktop machines
  • A laptop has fixed peripherals, you can't change your screen or keyboard easily
  • Laptops do not usually have the same quality of graphics as desktop computers 

Desktop: a Computer that fits conveniently into a workspace.
The desktop computer is perfect for a family who needs to share the one computer since it cant be easily 'borrowed' by the children. It usually has more space, better graphics and it can be upgraded and parts changed, monitors/keyboards swapped. Usually has more powerful hardware and is usually bigger then a laptop.



Some interesting facts

  • Desktops have better computing power
  • You don't have to worry about them running out of power since they are always plugged in
  • Desktops allow you to keep an eye on your children while they are online since they cannot take them to their room or other private places

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