Law School Experience with Dell XPS Laptop/Gaming Laptop

[dwijen]

Did anybody purchase a gaming laptop or a desktop replacement for law school?  I wanted to know about your experiences.  Thanks!

[reverendlex]

I'd recommend against it. Get a small, light laptop (Apple PowerBook 12", Dell 700m, Alienware 233 or similar). Everybody I know that bought a heavy laptop doesn't take it to class. If you're not going to bring it with you, just buy a desktop.

Remember, casebooks are heavy. Filling your backpack/courier bag with 30# books and 10# of laptop, and you'll have a chiropractor on speed dial.

If you need to, you can attach a larger monitor and full size keyboard at home, but I've become used to the small size.

[LoverOfWomen]

Lighter is better.

[catamount6178]

...and heavier is cheaper. Carry a heavy load and skip the weight room. Remember- lift with your knees, not your back. I've had hernia surgery- not fun.

[LoverOfWomen]

...and heavier is cheaper. Carry a heavy load and skip the weight room. Remember- lift with your knees, not your back. I've had hernia surgery- not fun.

No, the weight room is a controlled environment where you can more safely exercise.  If you lug around a heavy laptop, you're more likely to hold it improperly.