Im looking to buy the cheapest possible laptop (used or new... pref new) fitting My needs:

wireless capable (comes with card or not)
enough ram/processing power to compile and run java programs.
and internet browser.

thats it. Maybe excel/word, but mainly I just want something to write code on inbetween classes and such.

any laptop deals going on now? or brands? Im willing to chunk 400-500$ MAX.

3/24/2006 5:58:12 PM

3/24/2006 6:09:05 PM

You should be able to pick up an IBM T23 or a T30 from ebay for the price range that you're looking at.

[Edited on March 25, 2006 at 11:21 AM. Reason : kk]

3/25/2006 11:20:39 AM

Hell...you could get a new LOWER end Dell for that price. Since you aren't looking for a lot of power either it might be a good idea. Then again, you can find an IBM used with probably better or equivalent specs on ebay.

3/25/2006 11:27:37 AM

you missed several Dell laptop deals over the past three weeks, for 600-750 bucks

3/25/2006 12:22:21 PM

I got this cheap ass acer.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16834115222

629 w/ 100$ mail in rebate. so 529.

40 gb hd, wireless, shitty battery life. I think its ok.

3/28/2006 2:53:52 AM