Compact enough to carry with you, yet versatile enough to run demanding applications, a laptop is the best tool for doing serious work or play at home and on the road. While standalone tablets and smartphones are always popular, most people realize that everything from typing a research paper to crunching video to gaming works better on a laptop. So what type of laptop should you get? There's a wide variety of sizes, features, and prices, which makes choosing the right laptop a challenge. That's why you need to figure out what your needs are. The best part is that the holidays are here so whatever you buy is now on sale. Quick Tips If you're in a hurry, these are the most important things to consider when choosing a new laptop. For a lot more detail, see the sections below. 12.5 to 14-inch screens offer the best balance between usability and portability. Larger sc...
