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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by Nadya on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @03:58PM (#12849555)
The difference between carrying 2lbs or carrying 6lbs is negligible to me. Unless I'm going hiking with 80lbs of gear, I won't appreciate a loss of a few pounds. Any scenario I can imagine where I'm already carrying 80lbs in gear involves scenarios that I wouldn't be bringing my laptop regardless of the weight.

Especially if you get a proper bag or backpack to carry the laptop with. The laptop would need to weigh over 12lbs before I even noticed I was carrying it with a shoulder-strap.

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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by vladimir-y on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @04:11PM (#12849650)
This message makes me think you are not used to carry your laptop on the daily basis. Try to carry you laptop at least a one day having for example a big walk (get new area/city to explore on the foot, for example).
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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by Nadya on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @04:55PM (#12849935)
I lug around my laptop every single day. I bought a cheap bag off Amazon [0] because I also lug around the charger and an external mouse. I also carry a gallon of water with me everywhere I go.

[0] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DUGZFWY/ref=oh_aui_deta...

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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by vladimir-y on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @05:54PM (#12850384)
I'm glad you're tough enough to carry heavy laptops, most of the people are not so tough.
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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by Nadya on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @07:47PM (#12851170)
I could understand that answer if laptops weighed 45lbs....but honestly if carrying around a few pounds is too heavy, I'm curious how they have the energy to even walk anywhere? =\
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Re:Realistic alternatives to Apple computers by gotofritz on Tuesday November 01, 2016 @04:37PM (#12849816)
I agree with the OP, it's not a big deal. I used to cycle 20km with the laptop bag on my back, a little more or less is like adding a book to the bag, I don't even notice it
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