Q&A: What are some good laptops that would fit my needs?

Question by sometimes.: What are some good laptops that would fit my needs?
My old laptop broke on me recently, and I’m looking for a new one.

I’m a high school junior right now, and I’m taking classes that require daily use of the internet as well as MSWord and programs as such to write papers and essays. I also like to listen to music and watch videos/movies. Although I shouldn’t because of homework, I do like to play computer games on occasions with my guy buddies.

I like light-weight laptops, because I usually carry it around to places so I can just pop it open and do work if I get the chance to. I like laptops with 14 or 15″ screens. I also really like swivel, touchscreen laptops that I can write and take notes on, but I have yet to find an affordable one.

I’m a high school student, and as much as I’d wish to make my laptop last all though college, I’m pretty sure it won’t, so I don’t want very expensive ones. Let’s just say my budget is around $ 200-$ 700.

I have two laptops in mind, and I’m not sure which one I should get, but I’m open to new suggestions.
Dell Inspiron: http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=dndozm1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19
HP Swivel TouchSmart tm2: http://www.shopping.hp.com/series/category/notebooks/tm2t_series/3/computer_store?jumpid=re_r11260_ts_promo_body_psg_Oct09_HHOts_tm2_buy

Best answer:

Answer by Michael B
Dell Inspiron 15

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