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A laptop is a personal computer (PC) designed for versatile and portable use. It inherits all the typical features of a PC, including a display, a desktop, a keyboard, a touch pad, and speakers, all in a single unit. It has a flap which can be folded in order to be carried anywhere. Laptops have a rechargeable battery that charges between three to five hours, and that can be used for the same amount of time in cases of power outage. Laptop Advantages

Unlike a desktop PC, laptops can be used anywhere and anytime. Portability is, of course, the most important advantage. Laptops can be used at home, at an office, and even while commuting in cars, trains, and airplanes. They can also be used while sitting in a coffee shop, at lectures, and in libraries. It has easy Internet and local network connectivity . It allows an instant access to any information including personal and work files. Laptops are quite convenient to carry, and are power efficient.

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