>>Hi all, I'm in the market for a new development laptop and would welcome any recommendations, usual requirements must run VS and SS at a reasonable pace , loads of RAM etc etc..., I always end up buying a Dell but am willing to change
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>Lenovo makes quality laptops that last. It's the only brand laptop I buy now.
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>I abandoned Dell long ago. Every single Dell laptop I've owned has died.

Know what you mean my current one has had a new screen and DVD drive ( both went just outside the warranty period )