T43p 15/60GB/2.13/2GB/

[goran5]

So I finally got what I've been waiting for since the end of April, my new brand new, shiny Thinkpad. Having configured it for about a day now, it's almost up and running . I must say, however, that I was expecting more on the speed. My previous A30 with 1Ghz, 512 and the 1400x1050 is doesn't seem to be as slow compared to this as I was expecting. Well, we'll see after using it for a while. Everything is working fine and I am happy with it. From a financial point of view, I should have stuck with my old A30. It's ridiculous to spend so much on a machine that will be old fashioned already in a couple of months.

[skibum1981]

It's ridiculous to spend so much on a machine that will be old fashioned already in a couple of months.

I'd second that, but congrats on your new computer!

[wolfman]

Well, every day tasks such as web browsing, office applications, most programming, etc won't really stress either machine. It's a great time from the stand point of protecting your investment though - can get off the every 18 month upgrade treadmill for a while. Hardware is way out in front of software - there is no compelling application that requires the hardware you just purchased (for the average user).

But you have a great machine and I'll last a long time so I wouldn't sweat it at all. You'll get a lot more life out of that machine than one bought, say 5 years ago.