Task 3. Laptop Computer Selection You are a new graduate student enrolling in a Masters in Information Technology program. The department requires you to have a computer with the following requirements:
3 GB of RAM
250 GB hard drive
DVD-ROM or DVD-RW drive
Wireless connection
Ethernet network card
Windows 7 Professional version
Your school has wireless connection, and Ethernet jacks. However, some classes are three hours long, and your AC adapter may not be long enough to reach an outlet. You also would be carrying this computer around from class to class.
The most you can spend is US$1000.
Indicate the range of values you desire for each of the following criteria:
a. Weight - 2,5kg
b. Screen size -15,6
c. Number of USB ports 2-3
d. Number of Firewire ports 1
e. Need CD-RW? NO
f. Need DVD-ROM? YES
g. Need DVD-RW? NO
h. Manufacturer preferences? LENOVO/ACER
i. Search the Internet for two suitable computers meeting the above requirements and your budget constraint. Submit screenshots of the Web pages detailing the computer configuration and price.
j. Record your search results in a MS Excel spreadsheet. Fill column A with the following category labels:
1. Manufacturer
2. Processor
3. Memory (maximum upgrade capacity)
4. Screen size
5. Weight
6. Graphics card
7. USB
8. Firewire
9. CD-ROM
10. DVD-ROM
11. Communications (e.g. wireless, Ethernet)
12. Battery life
13. Price
14. Available Rebate
