Notebook computers are no longer fancy toys; the new notebooks are powerhouse business tools ready to compete with or even replace your desktop computer. Notebook computers have larger screens, better connectivity, and more memory - and they give unbeatable mobility. Unchain yourself and do business wherever you are whenever you're ready with one of these top notebook computers.
1. Acer TravelMate 8104 Notebook
If you're looking for speed and performance, you'll like this notebook. The combination of a fast processor with excellent grapics acceleration makes this notebook a true "do anything you want to do" machine - including multitasking. This 2.0GHz notebook has 2 GB memory, a 100 GB hard drive, dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN connectivity and Bluetooth, DVD-RW/CD-RW drive, and Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system. The features and power make this my top notebook pick.
2. IBM ThinkPad T43 Notebook
IBM's ThinkPad T43 notebook series is deservedly popular. It has all the features that any notebook user finds essential, such as the speed and power to run any business applications, (a 1.8 GhZ Pentium M processor with 2 GB memory, a 15 inch screen for a big bright display, Windows XP Pro pre-installed, a CD-RW/DVD-ROM and wireless connectivity. It also has a better battery life than many (3.8 hours) and an embedded security system to help keep your work private.3. Fujitsu LifeBook N6010 Notebook Computer
The LifeBook N6010 is a notebook to drool over. Starting with the obvious, it has a 17 inch crystal View display that is 40% brighter than the standard TFT screen. Couple this bigger brighter workspace with the speed and power of a Pentium 4 3.2GHz processor. Add dual-band integrated wireless. And then note that the price is lower than other notebooks on the list. Definitely a winning notebook choice.4. Sony Vaio VGN-FS660/W Notebook Computer
Looking for a notebook designed for both work and play? The VAIO VGN-FS660 W combination of grahpic accelerator with a 15.4 inch display with Sony's original XBRITE-ECO LCD technology for higher brightness levels than standard displays makes multitasking and working oncomplex business documents easier. The 1.73 GHz Pentium M processor gives it acceptable speed. Another point in this notebook's favor; an exceptional average battery run time of 5.5 hours.5. Toshiba Satellite A75-S213 Notebook Computer
This notebook, too, has a large screen (15.4 inch), which boosts productivity in itself. Toshiba Satellite A75-S213 Notebook has a 3.3GHz Pentium 4 processor with 512 MB memory, a 100 GB hard drive, integrated wireless connectivity, and a DVD/CD-RW drive. If you can live with having the Windows XP Home edition O/S instead of XP Pro, this notebook will fill all your business needs. The downside? A relatively short battery life (2 hours).6. Apple Powerbook G4 Notebook Computer
You're either a Macintosh fan or you're not, but the Powerbook G4 has all the features any mobile business person could want, including a CD-RW/DVD Superdrive, and Ethernet, wireless and Bluetooth capability. It also has an excellent battery average run time of 5 hours. Unfortunately, being a Mac, you'll find the Apple G4 notebook is pricier than others on the list.