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We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Laptops. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of laptop.
Ultraportable laptop computer
The smallest, most lightweight laptops are called ultraportables. Their compact form factor is crucial for people who need to have their PC with them all the time, especially frequent business travelers. What you gain in portability, however, you usually give up in terms of weaker performance, smaller keyboards and displays, and fewer features. And what's more, ultraportable laptops almost always carry a premium price tag. Still, a compact, lightweight profile can make all the difference if you spend a lot of time on the road.
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The Frequent Flier notebook computer
If you spend a lot of time on the road, size and weight are the two most critical factors in choosing a new notebook computer--even if it means sacrificing a little on performance and features. The smallest and lightest notebooks, ultraportables, weigh less than four pounds and are no thicker than a spiral-bound notebook.
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Microsoft Windows 7 system requirements
Ready for Windows 7?
If you want to run Windows 7 on your PC, here's what it takes:
- -1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
- -1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
- -16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
- -DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
Additional requirements to use certain features:
- -Internet access (fees may apply)
- -Depending on resolution, video playback may require additional memory and advanced graphics hardware
- -For some Windows Media Center functionality a TV tuner and additional hardware may be required
- -Windows Touch and Tablet PCs require specific hardware
- -HomeGroup requires a network and PCs running Windows 7
- -DVD/CD authoring requires a compatible optical drive
- -BitLocker requires Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2
- -BitLocker To Go requires a USB flash drive
- -Windows XP Mode requires an additional 1 GB of RAM, an additional 15 GB of available hard disk space, and a processor capable of hardware virtualization with Intel VT or AMD-V turned on
- -Music and sound require audio output
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CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the Panasonic ToughBook T5 is a 3.5-pound, rugged notebook computer.Compared to other durable notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $2,735.The 12.1 inch screen has a native resolution of 1024 x 768, which is somewhat lower than most notebooks.Built around the Intel Core Duo processor.This configuration comes with a 60GB hard disk drive and 512 MB of RAM.
Pros: Has only a 3.5-pound weight, which is somewhat lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.This laptop boasts a SD card slot, making it easy to swap digital images, music clips, and other files with various handheld devices.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Cons: Has a modest 1.06 GHz CPU speed.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is slower than the average notebook on the market today.Also, this notebook has only a 60GB hard drive, which is smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Panasonic ToughBook W8, a 3.1-pound notebook at around $2, 635, has a 160GB hard drive.
Suitability: A durable notebook, suited for for industrial use.The sturdy frame and other features are part of this system's rugged design which make it more suitable for outdoor or industrial settings.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.The excellent battery performance will keep your system running longer without recharging.
Value: Overall, this notebook's features seem very weak, even for its relatively inexpensive price.For example, when it comes to screen size, the average price of durable products with a similar screen size is considerably less -- in fact around $2,100.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) For help in deciding if this is the right laptop for you, see CNET's buying guide for notebooks.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
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