I’m looking for a laptop for school next year (I’m going to be a freshman at the University of Illinois). I found these basic questions to help you guys answer my question 
(Also, I’m trying to avoid buying a mac for now)
Thank you SO much for any quality responses!
1) What is your budget?
up to $1500.
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
a good sized screen but still easily portable
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don’t like?
a. Like:
b. Dislike:
no preferences, just looking for the best 
5) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
graphic design (photoshop) + I would like to be able to have multiple things running (web pages, photoshop etc) at the same time without the laptop freezing or freaking out.
6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
Both. A good battery life would be very nice but not completely necessary
7) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games or types of games?
No, no games.
How many hours of battery life do you need?
More rather than less
9) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you’re considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
Itd be nice to see it beforehand but no big deal.
10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
windows
11) From the choices below, what resolution would you prefer?
whatever would be best for graphic design
12) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
No preference.
Build Quality and Design
13) Are the notebook’s looks and stylishness important to you?
Yes.
14) When are you buying this laptop and how long do you want this laptop to last?
a good 3-4 years at least
16) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a CDRW/DVD-ROM, DVD Burner or Blu-Ray drive?
all would be convenient lol
THANK YOU!
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