If you are buying a new laptop computer, and you've started looking at advertisements or computer manufacturer web sites, you likely noticed many different specifications and options. Even if you know what they all mean, do you know how much, how fast, or what type you need?

I notice people who have just the right laptop for what they need. Much more often however, I see people with a laptop that's too slow, too big, or doesn't have all the features they wish it did. Generally people spend enough money to get a great computer, but when they purchased their laptop, they just didn't know all the choices they had. This article will try to clarify those choices, including both what the options mean, and also what you need to get for your new laptop.