Showing posts with label Dell. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dell. Show all posts

Are they Tablet Computers or Tablet PCs?

4/11/2011 08:40:00 AM Charlie, I/T Customer Support
During my research for this blog post, I found some interesting information on this topic. In my first blog released this month, I gave a definition of a Tablet Computer. Again they are devices that only have a touch screen, no keyboards or mouses are needed to use or navigate through these devices. They are also smaller than a laptop, but bigger than a smartphone. So are these devices called Tablet Computers or Tablet PCs? Again, this is a great questions and hopefully this blog will help clear the air.

Tablet PCs have been around for a while. Tablet PCs are laptops that have the ability to turn the screen around 180 degrees and lay flat on the keyboard. This allows the user to write on the monitor with a stylus. You can also use your fingers to type or draw directly on the screen. Programs, such as Microsoft Office, can be installed on these devices. Tablet PCs are not as common as they where a few years ago, but they are still manufactured and are still sold by companies like Dell. An image of a Tablet PC is below.
Dell Tablet PC closed
Dell Tablet PC open













Tablet computers are a bit different. They are flat devices, such as the iPad, that are popular today. These devices are lighter, thinner, and more compact than the Tablet PCs. Tablet computers do not have the ability to install programs. However, they have the ability to install small applications or "apps" as they are more commonly called. Apps can be games (Angry Birds), utilities (Battery Saver), and books (Kindle App).

Apple iPad
So what makes the Tablet Computer more popular than the Tablet PC?  Simple; it's smaller, thinner, and more mobile. But it mainly comes down to what the customer wants. If you want to "keep up with the Jones'," and want something that wont weight you down, then a Tablet computer may be the way to go. If you want a devices that functions like a laptop, but with a few more added features, then the Tablet PC may be your tablet of choice. Either way you go, I feel both devices can be helpful/useful in their own way.
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Dell XPS 7100 Desktop

10/05/2010 08:34:00 AM Charlie, I/T Customer Support 0 comments

Over the next few weeks, we will be discussing desktop computer systems. These are the computer systems where monitors, keyboards, and the mouse are separate. Desktop systems are also most popular among businesses and moderate computer users. We will be discussing economical desktop systems that pack a punch.

This week, we will be discussing the Dell Studio XPS 7100 Desktop. To start off, the price of this desktop is fairly cheap. The Studio XPS 7100 starts at $499. But do not mistake its low-end price for low-end manufacturing. This desktop comes with Windows 7 Home Premium (Microsoft’s current operating system), a great AMD graphics card, 3GB RAM, and a 500GB hard drive. All this will keep you up and running for a while. You can store you pictures on this computer, play games, and store files with ease. Again, we are discussing economical desktops. When purchasing a computer system of any kind, you can go to the manufacturer’s website (www.Dell.com in our case) and customize the system to fit your needs. Keep in mind the monitor and speakers are sold separately. In saying that, monitors are becoming cheaper, around $100, and you can get a good set of speakers for $20.

Be sure to check back at the end of the week for an overview of this system and how it compares to other desktop systems.

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Dell Laptop Product Review

6/17/2010 08:42:00 AM Charlie, I/T Customer Support 0 comments
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Dell Laptops

6/15/2010 08:05:00 AM Charlie, I/T Customer Support 1 comments

This week, we are going to start our discussion on laptops. As you know, there are many different companies that produce and sale laptops. You have probably asked the same question I have asked myself many times, which one should I get? Over the next few weeks, we hope to show you the many different features available on laptops and what to expect out of them.
This week we are going to talk about Dell laptops. Dell has been in business since 1988. Dells’ founder started his business, then PC Limited, from the idea of selling personal computers (PC) to the public. By 1993, Dell was an international corporation. Through the years, Dell has made many useful devices. Dell also gives schools and businesses big discounts. Today Dell sells desktop computers, servers, printers, scanners, storage devices, and of course laptops.


There are 2 types of laptops Dell sells; the netbook and the notebook or laptop. We will be looking at the laptop. Dell has 16 laptop models available for public purchase. The operating systems range from Windows Vista to the new Windows 7. Dell also has a wide variety of screen sizes ranging from 11.6 – 17.3 inches. Keep in mind the screens are measured diagonally like televisions, not by width. The battery life on Dell laptops are impressive ranging 3-9 hours. The battery life, like all things that use battery, depends on the amount of time the device is in use and what is being done on the device. For instance of you are watching a DVD on the laptop, then the battery will use more to power the device. If you are typing a document, then not much battery is used. Dell laptops also range in prices. Starting at $349.99 you can get a laptop that will do all you need. If you are a gamer, then you may want to look at Alienware Dell sales. The Alienware computers start at $799.99.


With 20+ years of computer design, productions, and sales Dell knows a thing or two about what customers what out of a computer. In the product review later this week, we will be comparing the Dell Inspiron 1764. You will see that this laptop is a good all around machine for home, office, or school.


Until next time, happy teching!
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