Agree with Saab about the Lenovo - used one the other day and it is good, quick and workmanlike.
Classic Shell -
Classic Shell - Start menu and other Windows enhancements - is light, free and does a geat heap to restore the usability of Windows.
AgentRansack is the excellent free version of FileLocator Pro from MythicSoft - if you can afford $50, upgrade to Pro and help support AgentRansack for the people who can't.
I think MythicSoft is a morally decent company and it is time that we who can, should fork out a few bawbees to businesses that help those who can't (if you know what I mean).
The 13" Macbook Pro (
without Retina display) is easily repairable (unlike it's snobby cousins) and good value. The new (and cheaper) 11" MacBook Airs are the ultimate in portability/usability.
The Tosh is good also - nothing beats a real keyboard.
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