Thanks for the good advice.

I ordered a Lenovo last week before reading the suggestions here and when it arrived I realized there was only one video plug and I need at least 2 for my dual monitor/hd tv setup.
So it's headed back to Amazon today.

Guess I assumed all new computers had at least 2 since that's what my 9 yr old Dell has.
Once again "assuming" bit me in the you know what.
Definitely need to do my homework more carefully and do very much appreciate all suggestions.

Lots to juggle when it comes to wants, needs, my budget and of course the weight of the various reviews and suggestions.
Easy to get corn fused.

One more question:

How important is the type of graphics/video card when it comes to watching online movies and videos?
Do I definitely need a separate graphics card?

I'm not into online or offline gaming but may get a 3D 1080 TV sometime down the road to use as an additional monitor if that matters.

Is there a minimum requirement?

Thanks again for all the input.
Have a great one,
Carkins