Laptop computer
Alternatively referred to as a notebook, a laptop is a portable computer that is about the size as a large binder and has the same abilities as a standard home desktop computer but is small enough for easy mobility. Portable computers run off AC power and also have the ability to run off a NiMH, NiCad,
or other battery pack for a few hours. As can be seen from the Dell Latitude D610 notebook image to the right (courtesy of Dell Inc.), the computer has everything needed for normal operating; a LCD display, keyboard, and touchpad. Although a laptop can have multiple external devices and cables connected to it, no external connections are required during normal operation.
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- Steps in preventing computer theft or making it less painful.
A laptop
is not spelt as labtop, lab top, or lap top.
Also see: Battery, Booklet, Computer, Cooler pad, Dynabook, ExpressCard, Fn, Luggable computer, LCD, Netbook, OLPC, PC Card, Portable, Portable computer, Ultrabook