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Old 22 Sep 2005
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laptop on the road?

Hi
Going to c/s America and would like to know should I spend the money on a laptop
And carry it around with me or use internet cafes on the way?
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See the Communications Forum for lots of info on that - but basically, unless you are planning on doing a lot of work on the laptop, internet cafes are everywhere and cheap in South America, so no laptop required. Eliminates a lot of aggro and weight and security worries if you don't take one.

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also many laptop causes problem due to vibration while travelling. I am agree with Grant.

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