$99 LAPTOPS FOR TEACHERS

We remember when Apple gave free computers to teachers. Now Google offering laptops, called “Chromebooks.” The laptops aren’t free, but at $99 they’re a steal. Unfortunately, every single laptop available has already been requested. But you can go to this page on donorschoose.org to be notified of the next round.

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DEVICE OF THE YEAR

Our favorite device so far this year is the Chromebook, a laptop that is neither Windows nor Mac but uses the Google Chrome operating system. It’s light, it’s fast, it’s half the price of an iPad, and people will know you are on the cutting edge. We mean, if they ask. Samsung and Acer just came out with new versions.

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KEEPING A NEW LAPTOP

To preserve your laptop’s battery, unplug it once in awhile and let the battery drain. Above all, don’t let it overheat.

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THE NO-HASSLE LAPTOP

There’s a new kid on the block, and she’s easy. If you’ve had it with Windows maintenance and aren’t a Mac fan, the new Google Chrome operating system, “Chrome OS,” is something to consider. We just bought one of these new-fangled “Chrome” laptops.

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THE ULTIMATE LAPTOP?

We’re getting lots of news about keyboard accessories for tablet computers; they’re about to invent the laptop. An alternative to this combination is the “Ultrabook–” a super-light laptop made by several companies.

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THE TWO-SCREEN LAPTOP

At ten pounds, the “SpaceBook” is perhaps the heaviest laptop in the known universe. But weight is what you get when a laptop has two screens.

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AN OPERATING SYSTEM IN THE CLOUD

A new kind of laptop is coming in a few months that uses the Chrome web browser as its operating system.

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BUYING A NEW LAPTOP

Our buying guide for choosing a new Windows laptop.

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THE $40 MINI LAPTOP

The total price is $80, with the shipping from Hong Kong, but this still might be a good deal.

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THE “NEW” COMPUTERS IN 3D

You can get a 3D laptop from Acer for only $70 more than their standard $700 laptop.

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