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    E1705 Qs

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by FloorMatt, Oct 23, 2006.

  1. FloorMatt

    FloorMatt Notebook Enthusiast

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    1. What is the difference between the Dell Wireless card and the Intel Pro Wireless card?

    2. Is getting the glossy screen worth it?

    Thanks!
     
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  2. Mark

    Mark Desktop Debugger

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    Well glossy screen is a matter of preference. I would go to your local Best Buy, Circuit C, etc. and check out the different screen types and see which one you like more. I am not sure about the wireless card, although I do have the Intel Pro Wireless card and have not had any troubles picking up my home network, school network, or other people's networks.
     
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  3. drumfu

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    1. the dell card is a rebranded broadcom. the intel card lets you call your notebook a centrino machine

    2. only you can answer this question; go look at them in person and make your decision
     
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  4. FloorMatt

    FloorMatt Notebook Enthusiast

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    It's mostly just about the higher resolution that comes with ordering the glossy screen. I should've said "Is the higher resolution worth it".
     
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  5. Blake

    Blake NBR Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    Thats also a matter of preference. Alot of people would say yes, since it is a desktop replacement. Do note however, that If you plan to be gaming on this machine, that getting a higher resolution screen will in essence decrease the power of your card with future games, since you may have to run them outside of native resolution. But the 7900GS is a powerful card, so if you like extra desktop space, then I say go for it.
     
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    With my intel card I am able to pick up more wi-fi signals (longer Range)

    If you are not going to use the lappy outdoors in the sun I would get the glossy screan
     
    gridtalker, Oct 23, 2006
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