Computer advice

[EHaskins]

Originally Posted by wpdrummer

I was looking at the HP Compaq tc4200 PC mainly for it's ability to convert into a tablet. I was wondering if any of you have used a tablet PC before and if so, was it any better than a laptop.

Thanks in advance
James Austin

I've been using a Gateway Tablet for over a year. My recommendation is that if you're a student who wants to take notes in class, then you should get a convertible tablet. The handwriting recognition in Vista is amazing, I can barely read my writing, but my tablet can interpret it almost perfectly. IMHO, the only disadvantages to a convertible tablet, are the price($25 to $200 over comparable) and the small screen sizes.

Personally I've had good luck with the Gateway tablet, my brother even bought one since he liked mine so much. The main reason I chose the Gateway line was due to the 14'' screen, where the HP and Toshiba only had 12''. That might not sound like much, but it is very noticeable when writing on it.

BTW, HP says the tc4200 series is discontinued. It has been replaced by the tx2500z series.

Cost info:
HP(Customizable) Starts at $900, recommended config $1200
Gateway $999(-$250 instant discount) or $1300(-$150 instant discount)