OT Rant: Smaller/thinner laptops. - test-drb@ccmp.vtda.org

19 May 2000

-----Original Message-----
From: David Vohs &lt;netsurfer_x1(a)hotmail.com&gt;
To: classiccmp(a)classiccmp.org &lt;classiccmp(a)classiccmp.org&gt;
Date: Friday, May 19, 2000 1:51 PM
Subject: OT Rant: Smaller/thinner laptops.

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But in my opinion, I think laptops are made as thin as they are so you can
be lost or stolen easier. If you lose a new laptop, you are probably out
$1500 or more! 
I think the driver of smaller size is the desire for lighter weight,
without sacrificing features, since so many people use only their laptops
now, rather than having a desktop as well. Anyone who's had to carry a 20+
lb laptop bag in addition to a briefcase, suitcase, etc. can appreciate why
smaller size and lighter weight is a Good Thing (tm).

Try lugging a Mac Portable with a spare battery around for a day and you'll
see what I mean.

Regards,
Mark.