| This is a question we get a lot here. It's all down to personal preference, but I'll list the advantages of each.
Desktop:
Cheaper to get bigger harddrives and better RAM.
More secure.
Less tempting to browse the net during class.
Laptop:
Smaller, takes up less desk room.
Can take to class or anywhere on campus.
Secureable with a laptop lock.
Really it's all up to personal preference. If your son has a desktop, there are still over 40 free computer labs spread out all across campus that he can use during the day. STAMP student union will also rent out laptops for 2 hours at a time to students, and there is a quick station for checking email in the union. I have a laptop; my roommate has a desktop...so really it doesn't matter. I like my laptop because of its portability; my roommate uses a desktop for its power (he plays games and is working on his Gemstone project 's computer program). |