Ordering Toshiba laptop! Question.

[Golden_Muscle]

For anyone who knows about computers I have a question.

The laptop I want is Toshiba 2.80ghz, and dells are 3.06ghz. Is there a big difference, because I tried the toshiba 2.80ghz one and it was so fast I couldnt imagine it being faster. Like surfing through the internet is like changing the channel on the tv, there is no waiting at all. How can there be faster than that? I dont get it. Im no computer wiz but I dont see how it could be faster lol.

Maybe downloading stuff would be faster? Am I right?

I talked with the computer guy, but they tell you what you want to hear most of the time, so I want your opinions. Thanks,GM.

[Cory]

actually, GM, if I am correct, anything pertaining to the speed at which you can surf the web and download things from the web depend solely on the type of connection you have. Your processor is responsible for the speed at which you can manipulate files and RAM!!!

[Golden_Muscle]

Originally posted by Cory
actually, GM, if I am correct, anything pertaining to the speed at which you can surf the web and download things from the web depend solely on the type of connection you have. Your processor is responsible for the speed at which you can manipulate files and RAM!!!

Oh, well then I will have to get an awsome connection as well.
Thanks, Bro.

[Cory]

Originally posted by Golden_Muscle
Oh, well then I will have to get an awsome connection as well.
Thanks, Bro.

Most definatley!!! That would be like owning a vette and only being able to drive it in 25 MPH speed zones!!!

[Shibby]

Originally posted by Cory
actually, GM, if I am correct, anything pertaining to the speed at which you can surf the web and download things from the web depend solely on the type of connection you have. Your processor is responsible for the speed at which you can manipulate files and RAM!!!

That's correct. A high speed processor really helps when running multiple applications from your hard drive.

[THE BOUNCER]

Originally posted by Golden_Muscle
For anyone who knows about computers I have a question.

The laptop I want is Toshiba 2.80ghz, and dells are 3.06ghz. Is there a big difference, because I tried the toshiba 2.80ghz one and it was so fast I couldnt imagine it being faster. Like surfing through the internet is like changing the channel on the tv, there is no waiting at all. How can there be faster than that? I dont get it. Im no computer wiz but I dont see how it could be faster lol.

Maybe downloading stuff would be faster? Am I right?

I talked with the computer guy, but they tell you what you want to hear most of the time, so I want your opinions. Thanks,GM.

Browsing the internet really has nothing to do with the processor. you can have a 5.00ghz processer but if your connected to a phone line connection its going to be as slow as having a 1.0ghz processor. also, the dell would be the better computer to get bro. there support is unbeatable. plus its just a better all around computer.

[Shibby]

Yea listen to the computer guy that calls it "A connection to the phone line" :p

[THE BOUNCER]

Originally posted by Shibby
Yea listen to the computer guy that calls it "A connection to the phone line" :p

well if i had said 56k i dont think he would know what the hell i was talking about since he didnt know about internet connections in the first place....

[Shibby]

Originally posted by THE BOUNCER
well if i had said 56k i dont think he would know what the hell i was talking about since he didnt know about internet connections in the first place....

easy tiger.

[Golden_Muscle]

I learn so much on this board, thanks bros.

Bouncer, what do you mean by dells support is unbeatable? Do you mean they help you out alot?

[blm]

A 2-3 ghz processor is really powerful and you don't have to be concerned w/that much power unless you are using it for intense graphic applications. Like some of the newer RPG games and simulators and/or graphic design. You would not be able to notice the difference in day to day browsing. However, like Bouncer said "go with the Dell" they have great customer support.

[THE BOUNCER]

Originally posted by Golden_Muscle
I learn so much on this board, thanks bros.

Bouncer, what do you mean by dells support is unbeatable? Do you mean they help you out alot?

ya bro, there customer support cant be matched. they will actually send a tech to your house if something goes wrong. remember though bro, a nice computer isnt gonna do anything if you have a shitty internet connection. Have you looked into DSL or Cable?

[Cory]

Originally posted by blm9376
A 2-3 ghz processor is really powerful and you don't have to be concerned w/that much power unless you are using it for intense graphic applications. Like some of the newer RPG games and simulators and/or graphic design. You would not be able to notice the difference in day to day browsing. However, like Bouncer said "go with the Dell" they have great customer support.

Exactly....processor speed is like penis envy....everyone wants a bigger one, but the fact of the matter is that if you use your computer for internet surfing and downloading, save some $ and get a 2.0 at the most and go with a very fast connection like cable. Unless you are going to be doing some serious gaming or running multiple applications from your hard drive, then you will not be using an extremely fast processor to its full potential. The idea of more ghz is soooo overrated that alot of companies use as marketing ploys. People should really educate themselves on how these things operate before they make such a large investment.

[Nekrawulf]

Go with the dell, the costomer service is unbeatable. Toshibas can be questionable, and mediocre at best. Make sure you invest in either a DSL or cable connection.

[Cory]

I love the new gateway laptops

[Golden_Muscle]

Originally posted by THE BOUNCER
ya bro, there customer support cant be matched. they will actually send a tech to your house if something goes wrong. remember though bro, a nice computer isnt gonna do anything if you have a shitty internet connection. Have you looked into DSL or Cable?

How long would it take for the guy to get here? I live in a small city in canada, how much would it cost? Probably alot, and it would take forever to get his ass here. If there was a dell store where I live that I could go to for repairs etc, then I would buy a dell.

I have shaw high speed internet cable connection on this old computer so im going to get the best there is on my new comp.

Thanks guys for explaining the GHZ thing to me, it makes me feel better.

[THE BOUNCER]

Originally posted by Golden_Muscle
How long would it take for the guy to get here? I live in a small city in canada, how much would it cost? Probably alot, and it would take forever to get his ass here. If there was a dell store where I live that I could go to for repairs etc, then I would buy a dell.

Do want you want bro, bottom line, dell is a better computer.

[JUICE]

"DUDE", Dell is a good brand. I might get me one this coming year since this one i got is crashing and freezing on me alot. It a Compaq computer the one i got, but i want a black flat-screen Dell.

[Golden_Muscle]

Other than dell, what in your opinion is the second best computer?

[THE BOUNCER]

Originally posted by Golden_Muscle
Other than dell, what in your opinion is the second best computer?

Gateway....

[Golden_Muscle]

Originally posted by THE BOUNCER
Gateway....

Sweet, that is just as fast as dell, 3.06ghz too and I could easily buy one of those. Sounds alot better. M350xl is sweet.

Any other good ones?

[THE BOUNCER]

lol, let me ask you a question. why are you so against buying a dell?? they are the best.

[Golden_Muscle]

Originally posted by THE BOUNCER
lol, let me ask you a question. why are you so against buying a dell?? they are the best.

I want to be able to walk in