Business Features

Laptops offer the following features for ease of doing business:

• Enhanced Security:

  The Trusted Platform Module combines hardware and software security features to protect your laptop from cyberattacks and malware. 

• Collaboration:

  Cloud-first laptops offer remote workplace solutions for integrating disparate workforces. 

• Fleet Management:

  Organizations can track vehicles and employees through remote management capabilities.

Battery Life

Look for these things in a battery:

• Number of Cells:

  For higher performance, you require more cells

• Watt-Hours (Wh):

  More Wh, lesser the need to recharge the laptop

• Replacement:

  Ensure that the battery is easily detachable so that you don't need professional help to change it

Ports

• 3.5 mm Audio Jack:

  Used for headphones and computer speakers

• Ethernet Port:

  An important alternative if there is no Wi-Fi

• HDMI:

  Required for external monitors, TVs, and projectors

• USB:

  Meant for connecting a mouse, keyboard, or file transfer between devices

• USB-C:

  An external device hub would be required for laptops since new models will only have this port

• Docking Stations:

  Helps you connect your laptop to a wide variety of accessories

• Accessories:

  To make your laptop multifunctional and keep it safe, you need accessories like carrying cases, USB cables, and Ethernet.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi (Wireless):

  This is the default Internet connection for most laptops

• Ethernet (Wired Networking):

  Laptops have in-built Ethernet adaptors, and a physical cable connection is also required

• Bluetooth:

  This is a wireless networking tool that helps you connect to peripheral devices, and the phone's data link can be used for retrieving Internet data.

• Cellular:

  This helps you to connect to the Internet without Wi-Fi or Ethernet options.

Laptop User Personas

• Work (Workstation):

  You need higher computing power, a faster processor, a clear display, and a high-resolution screen.

• Educational:

  Chromebooks are the ideal choice since they are affordable, have Wi-Fi connectivity, and have basic computing features.

• Creative:

  Laptops for designers and filmmakers need high processing and graphics capability.

• Gaming:

  These laptops have higher memory, a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), a large high-resolution screen, and at least a mid-range processor.