I've always heard that about batteries too - they develop a "memory." But I'll probably leave it plugged in normally, once I get all the junk cleaned off it and the mp3s loaded.

The main reason I want a laptop instead of desktop is space, and lower power consumption. I think it's only 65W. It'll feed into my 1977 JVC receiver and big Infinity speakers. Weird combo of old and new!

I've heard Win 7 boots up fast which would be good too.


- Bud