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Barcs · 05-16-2009, 04:26 AM

I'm not sure about transferring files from a mac, but I'm sure it's doable for things like pictures and music. If you're looking for cheap, you could go with one of the lower line toshiba laptops. They are much more reliable than most dells, sonys and hps. A good website to look into is Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more!. They have reviews on all the products and good prices. I'm not a big fan of Windows Vista but you don't really have a choice these days.

Here's a decent machine:

Newegg.com - TOSHIBA Satellite L305-S5921 NoteBook Intel Pentium dual-core T3400(2.16GHz) 15.4" Wide XGA 2GB Memory DDR2 800 160GB HDD 5400rpm DVD Super Multi Intel GMA 4500M - Laptops / Notebooks

You might want to consider upgrading the memory to 4 GB if you purchase this, but it's decent for what you want to do. Also check the sales for best buy, etc because you can probably find it for $100 or so cheaper if you keep an eye on the sales. Good luck!

05-16-2009, 04:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
Barcs Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Byram, NJ Posts: 754	I'm not sure about transferring files from a mac, but I'm sure it's doable for things like pictures and music. If you're looking for cheap, you could go with one of the lower line toshiba laptops. They are much more reliable than most dells, sonys and hps. A good website to look into is Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, Digital Cameras and more!. They have reviews on all the products and good prices. I'm not a big fan of Windows Vista but you don't really have a choice these days. Here's a decent machine: Newegg.com - TOSHIBA Satellite L305-S5921 NoteBook Intel Pentium dual-core T3400(2.16GHz) 15.4" Wide XGA 2GB Memory DDR2 800 160GB HDD 5400rpm DVD Super Multi Intel GMA 4500M - Laptops / Notebooks You might want to consider upgrading the memory to 4 GB if you purchase this, but it's decent for what you want to do. Also check the sales for best buy, etc because you can probably find it for $100 or so cheaper if you keep an eye on the sales. Good luck!