fryc86

I need to get a new laptop. I can't spend a whole heck of a lot and am interested in the Dell Inspiron 1720. I don't do any gaming to speak of. I would like a webcam and to be able to watch dvd's and listen to music and other such media activities. Other than that it would be used primarily for internet and college coursework. Is there any reason NOT to get this laptop? I have heard that Vista is a problem for many people. Is it serious? I've heard that it might be possible to install Windows XP on there instead of Vista. Is there anything that makes this a bad machine and what would you recommend instead? Color and design aren't crucial but it makes for a good tie-breaker and I definitely like the way these look. Someone recommended I get the 1721 because the specs looked better than the 1720. Can you confirm or deny that, or is it just personal preference. I'm also aware that many people don't like Dell because of horrible customer service. I can't imagine though that it could be all that much worse than gateway's which is what I have now (until it broke down.) thanks, Colin