Laptop for Business Major?

Techhexium
Tue, 04 Sep 2012 01:53:03 +0000

I’ll probably try to get a cheaper refurbrished Mac or just a budget Windows laptop. Do most college students prefer Microsoft Office over iWork? I know iWork hasn’t got an update in years but I still think it’s more intuitive than the Office suit.

I don’t think you should by a refurbished Mac, they tend are slower than laptops nowadays because there are big differences in speed between Core 2 Duo/Quad and Core i3/i5/i7 and they are more prone to break because they are used. As for Office vs. iWork, its up to you, you can get Office 2013 Preview for free because it’s in beta if you stick with Windows. I’m using it right now and it looks wonderful and has all the office apps you need.

What is your budget? Because you want your laptop to last throughout your time in college, spending little isn’t necessary worth the savings.