Fast and Reliable
Written: Oct 07 '00 (Updated Nov 18 '00)
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Pros: screen size, speed, reliability
Cons: sound quality
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| luckyluke7's Full Review: Compaq Presario 1800XL190 (155841-003) PC Notebook |
I bought my Presario for use in my college dorm. I really don't use it on the go very much, instead I was looking to invest in a computer that could save space in an otherwise crowded room. This laptop more than met my expectations.
The 700 MHz Pentium III processor runs smoothly and quickly, and I have never had any problems starting up Windows 98 with it. I opted for the 15-inch screen, which I highly recommend for its clarity and pleasingly roomy display for surfing the net or word processing. Connecting to the internet was never a problem via network or modem. There is plenty of hard drive space for my needs, but for someone who may need to store large quantities of video or images it could get a little crowded.
The DVD player is an additional bonus which has worked dependably with movies. The sound is a little ragged for music, so I opted to purchase additional speakers to improve clarity. I use my laptop heavily (more than 3 hours a day), and I have had no need for service or technical support in the 3 months that I have owned it. The Compaq Presario 1800-XL 190 is great for a person with average to above-average computer needs who also wants a solid, easy-to-use laptop.
Recommended:
Yes
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luckyluke7
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Location: NH
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