A how-to guide Laptops add a touch of freedom to one's work world. One can get things done while travelling, commuting or working outside the office. They have many of the same features of a desktop, yet in a smaller package.
Laptops typically cost more than their larger counterparts.
And since they are harder to develop, they tend to be several months behind desktops in speed and power. Naturally, the most powerful computers carry the largest pricetags. In many ways, you can scout for a laptop the same way as a desktop. Find one that fits your needs on processor speed, memory, and hard disk size. Laptops are small, but some are smaller than others.