OT Laptop question Help please.

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Please could somone help me.

I'm in the UK and want to purchase a Laptop.

Unlike a "Normal" PC, I really dont understand the best type of CPU or
Graphics card I need.

All the numbers now confuse me.

I want to spend about £450 but less is always better. May spend a little
more if it really helps.

It must be able to run Vista Home Premium / Ultimate, without a problem
(Although ultimate is not essential) just want a buffer.

Initially I'll be running XP PRO.

Needs to have a good graphics card and at least 1gig of memory, and min of
120gig HDD.

But as I said at the top of the posting, the CPU & GFX card really throw me.

Be nice if the PC was NOT bundled with any preinstalled rubbish. Also be
nice to have a Vista OEM disc to reinstal with.

I know I'm asking a lot, but any advice greatfully received.

Mike


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