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Player01
 

Registered: Oct 2012
Posts: 14

 

10-22-12 01:19 AM

Do you guys know any good sites that give a review of laptops as well as the latest gadgets? I think I need to do some research before deciding on my laptop.

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NoBias
 

Registered: Jul 2012
Posts: 154

 

10-22-12 06:37 AM


Quote from Player01:

Do you guys know any good sites that give a review of laptops as well as the latest gadgets? I think I need to do some research before deciding on my laptop.



I have found, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, Samsung reliable.

At this stage, you don't need a trading tool but an educational tool [you stated you know nothing about trading] so you don't need svelte, sleek, cutting edge technology to study.
[edit: I still stand by my previous recommendation of higher resolution displays if you will be spending a lot of time on a laptop]

Save your resources until you do know what you are doing, and past the Sim stage. Then once you begin trading cash, obtain the tools that you need for trading. Which will be dictated by your style and platforms used.
[besides by the time you are ready, new technology may be out, or the current technology will be much more affordable]

Buying the best doesn't make a noob a better trader, whereas, once past the learning stage and actually trading, not investing in the proper tools in your business is just as fool hardy..

Google Laptop reviews and compare the review sites to get a consensus
Good starting points:

http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/
http://www.tomshardware.com/
http://www.pcmag.com/reviews/laptop-computers

Then once decided check for refurbs at

http://outlet.lenovo.com
http://www.dell.com/outlet
http://bensbargains.net/
http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/

For more experienced traders and those who are not on a tight budget
Soon released Win8 tablets such as the Microsoft Surface Pro capable of running intel X86 programs. This may be a very nice mobile option.

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Player01
 

Registered: Oct 2012
Posts: 14

 

10-22-12 07:55 AM

Many thanks to NoBias and everyone else, I think I realize I shouldn't spend too much on high-end trading tools just yet when I'm still in the learning stage. I'll take my time and read the reviews while I learn about the stock market. Thanks again.

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NoBias
 

Registered: Jul 2012
Posts: 154

 

10-22-12 08:15 AM

Just read another one of your posts stating you are a College Freshmen.

In which case, buy an appropriate Laptop to fit your School needs. This should be your higher priority in determining which laptop to purchase.

Whatever you decide upon will more than sufficient for any Trading related needs.

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pepper_john
 

Registered: Apr 2004
Posts: 477

 

10-23-12 04:04 PM


Quote from Player01:

Do you guys know any good sites that give a review of laptops as well as the latest gadgets? I think I need to do some research before deciding on my laptop.



www.notebookreview.com is a great website with many helpful tips and occasional healthy debates

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Eddie Z
 

Registered: Oct 2012
Posts: 22

 

10-25-12 07:24 PM


Quote from Player01:

I already have a desktop but I need a laptop because I'm rarely at home. I'm looking for laptops around $500~$700 Canadian. I have no experience in trading and this will be my first trading tool so I have no clear idea on what I qualities to look into when choosing a laptop.



Get an i7 Ivy Bridge 3000 mobile series laptop with at least 6 GB RAM...Asus & MSi are excellent brands...

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