Buying tips for laptops for college bound students
Tips from Intel experts advise colleges to guide laptop purchases. Priorities include fast processors, 64 to 128 MB RAM, 2 to 3 hour battery life, a sizable hard drive, current software like Microsoft Office, bright monitor, fast modem, and a 12 month parts and labor warranty with toll free tech support. A sturdy backpack and in store exploration aid choice.
Encarta vs Britannica in the 2000 electronic encyclopedia field
The author lauds Encarta as the best 2000 electronic encyclopedia for multimedia and quick access, while noting Britannica remains the information king. The review praises Encarta’s revamped interface, multimedia links, and inclusion of World English Dictionary and World Atlas tools, while warning some articles are imperfect.
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Encyclopedias Through Ages and Arduous Debate
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Recommended Web sites for life's big, little things
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