Toshiba Tecra S3

The Toshiba Tecra S3 does a good job of combining graphics capability with enterprise-level security features.

The fingerprint reader and TMP security chip ensure that your documents remain away from prying eyes, and graphics are a breeze thanks to the Nvidia GeForce video processor. Wi-Fi performance is also very good with 10-Mbps transfer speeds over a distance of 50 feet.

A major disadvantage of the Tecra S3 would have to be its minimal integrated RAM of only 256MB. If you’re looking to run a lot of high performance applications, you’ll probably have to upgrade this.

The S3’s mediocre 40GB hard drive and XGA display keep it from being much of a gaming machine, but as far as business use goes, it’s a solid option at a reasonable price.

Processor: 1.73-GHz Intel Pentium M 740
Hard Drive: 40GB
RAM: 256MB (Expandable to 2GB)
Display: 15″ XGA
Built-in Wireless: 802.11b/g

Weight: 6.3 lbs.

Price: $1,519*

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