Planning to buy a laptop? Here are some tips to buy a laptop...

Don't be seduced by super-fast processor speeds unless you're running graphics-intensive applications such as games or design programs.
If you want to watch DVDs on the move, buy a laptop with an internal DVD drive. An external drive could be a nuisance if you travel a lot.
Buy a spare or higher-capacity battery for when you're not near a plug socket.
Be prepared to pay extra for software. Even Microsoft Office is absent from many packages, or rely on free open source software.
Due to their rough life, laptops are more prone to failure making it vital to back up data: a second, external hard drive, pen-drive or flash drive makes this easier.
An extended warranty for a fraction of the cost of the laptop will make sure that you don't have to spend as much as the cost of the laptop on major breakdowns.
An insurance policy for your laptop will save you from loss or damage of your laptop. Even traveling on a flight with your laptop is not safe from theft.
Up-loading pictures from your mobile phone or digital camera? An in-built memory card reader slot will make the task easier.
Most laptops come along with a carry bag, but if it doesn't then buy a decent bag to protect your laptop.