I really looked around and researched the large quantity of laptops that are currently on the market.  If your like me, I want something that will give me plenty of storage, is dependable for next few years, and provides durability and speed.  I also don't want to have to waste time for set up.  Well, this is truly excellent machine.  It meets all my requirements and then some!  First off, no guessing involved.  It comes ready to plug in and begin.  The set up is pre-programmed into the system so you can just follow the prompts.  Because I like tons of storage for just about everything I have, I got the 480 SS Plus Scandisk to increase my storage.  I read in several reviews that this device seemed to effortlessly accept this much storage even though the specs state a lesser capacity.  It works just fine!  The screen specs are spectacular, so if you are a gamer, this model will not sell you short.  The greatest advantage of this computer is the SPEED!  It is fast!  Little to almost no wait time.  Literally less than 3 secs to start up and to go from site to site.  I can't say enough about this model.  I waited for two weeks before writing a review just to be sure I wouldn't get any surprises.  So far so good.  I will post and update in another few weeks.  By the way, do get the protection plan.  It is costly, but it lasts 4 years and will provide alot of peace of mind.S. Bullard