[recycled sixtie]

Fortunately I have my HP Pavilion on an extended warranty for 2 years at a cost of $100.
It has several problems after 1.5 years of use. I call HP(Pickup and Return care pack for 2 years). The number I have found with a recorded message says " due to technical difficulties this phone line is experiencing issues". Or words to that effect.

I have noticed in the last few years that Toshiba, Sony,IBM have dropped out of the laptop market. Well I like value and tend to go to IBM compatible as opposed to Apple with the latter being too pricey. I see Asus, Acer and a lot of HP laptops out there but don't want to risk HP again.

Any advice which non Apple laptop product to get? HP printer works fine. I might have to resort to Apple if I have to. I am on the comp. about 2-4 hours a day. I need something that lasts. I know many of you are going to say Apple but I will listen to you anyway...