For those of you who are students.... do you think I could get away with using this as my only computer as a student? I would definitely be purchasing an external keyboard.
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Maybe, though you might consider a cheap chrome laptop for student work, if you expect to be writing very much, doing much research. OTOH, if you are likely to use it mostly for reading, calendar, texting, music, it might be a good bet.
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I think you can. Its great for note taking, and you can download the officesuite pro app and create word, excel, and powerpoint. I use this at work and I find it much easier than carrying a laptop around.
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Yes.I bought this computer for a friend so I have only used it once. She is very happy with it except she now wishes she had spent the extra money to get a larger screen. Reading anything on the smaller screen can be difficult.It has performed wonderfully well.Yes, it would be great for a student but buy the largest screen size.Good luck.
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@E - thanks. So many things coming out at once, I just wanted to be sure I would waste my time if it operated like an iPad. I love my ASUS Notebook G50VT and want to expand my options.
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Yes, it would be great! Because this device is best of both worlds. It can be a laptop for both high school and college students in class, and be a tablet to read e-books online. In terms of usability, it depends on the student. It may be difficult at first if the student uses Mac before, because this laptop has the new Windows, and it's slightly different than the previous windows software. The case used for the laptop is carbon fiber, and it is light. The quality is great. Hope this answer your question
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I don't use a keyboard withthis unit. I have several netbooks that I use if I need a keyboard.
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Thank you for that information. Sadly I had to return my MSI U120 as the keyboard was defective. Sam's Club had a Dell mini notebook/netbook for $348 and I just bought it. It's really nice as I already have a Dell Inspirion laptop.
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Most laptop keyboards suck in general. I would use a real USB mouse / keyboard splitter and use a real PS/2 keyboard and mouse if you are able to have the table space for one. Other than that I really like what this laptop is going for in size and performance. I wish it had 4 USB ports and also a VGA port for versatility.
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Yes! i LOVE it. While the onscreen keyboard was OK for short notes, it was way too slow for anything longer. Having this keyboard was one of my favorite upgrade features.
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False selma , I was easily able to download Microsoft office on my ibook G4. The laptop has been very beneficial for me when studying, writing papers,etc... definately worth the 99 dollars I spent on it.Sincerly , College student
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I would say yes if there are programs that you need it for. It is basically a desktop replacement but if you are able to I would suggest leaving it at home/dorm-room so it doesn't get damage or undergo wear and tear because it's pretty large. For an example if your going to class I would suggest taking a netbook since you a lot of times they are available for a cheap price on Amazon and when you get back home or to your dorm housing use the big laptop. I'm just saying that if your able and would be able to have the means to do so. I hope this helps and I wish you the best on whatever decision you make. I would say yes if there are programs that you need it for. It is basically a desktop replacement but if you are able to I would suggest leaving it at home/dorm-room so it doesn't get damage or undergo wear and tear because it's pretty large. For an example if your going to class I would suggest taking a netbook since you a lot of times they are available for a cheap price on Amazon and when you get back home or to your dorm housing use the big laptop. I'm just saying that if your able and would be able to have the means to do so. I hope this helps and I wish you the best on whatever... » Read More I would say yes if there are programs that you need it for. It is basically a desktop replacement but if you are able to I would suggest leaving it at home/dorm-room so it doesn't get damage or undergo wear and tear because it's pretty large. For an example if your going to class I would suggest taking a netbook since you a lot of times they are available for a cheap price on Amazon and when you get back home or to your dorm housing use the big laptop. I'm just saying that if your able and would be able to have the means to do so. I hope this helps and I wish you the best on whatever decision you make. « Show Less
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It works well with my computer at home, I bought for my son for his school work. My husband used it a few times at home, but nobody used it again after that because my son did not eventually resume at the school that requested it, so I just kept it. I can not say about durability because I am not using it presently, but it looks promising.
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I'm a graduate student and have a Macbook Pro 15" at home as my primary computer. This computer, for the last 6 weeks, has been the computer I carry with my to campus and use in school for note-taking, and other tasks. It's the best thing that's happened to me in terms of classroom efficiency.
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I don't know why not. You have a keyboard. It's basically just a small laptop.
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Good evening Mick;I was not concerned about a media key on the keyboard and pretty much knew that when I bought it. My keyboars did not have any paper work with it or instructions. The keyboard serves my needs just fine with my big fingers and the touch is very good. I also noted that none of the keys are assignable in other words there are no spares to assign a medial function to. I am sorry but that is what I have found out about it but still like it
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I use an external keyboard so my laptop never moves unless I touch it.Typing off of a laptop resting on a stand would kinda defeat the purpose (ergonomic relief), imo.
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Yes, in concept. In reality, might be a bit crowded on the platform; I use a notebook/laptop and works great. You would want to clamp or secure the monitor so it doesn't topple off. And would need to be a smaller keyboard probably.
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I think it would be better to just buy the whole keyboard to replace your current keyboard in that replacing keys on a laptop is a lot more complicated compared to on a desktop's keyboard. Keep in mind i'm not entirely sure of it myself. :-/ Though I haven't found any issues with the keyboard at the moment.