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Old 08-03-2017, 02:45 PM
 
Location: Virginia
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A lady friend who is in her 70's asked me to recommend a laptop computer for her that does the basic "stuff."

She doesn't do much on my computer when she uses it.
She is a complete novice and has no desire to do anything more than check email and play games!

When I say games, I don't mean "games" that gamers play!

She only plays card and board games that I purchased for her from Hoyle!
(Very resource light gaming)

She would like either a 2 in 1 touch screen or a simple touch screen .. whichever is the least expensive.

A mac is out of the question since I don't know, and can't teach her how to use it .. plus the mac is so much more money?

Any help will be much appreciated!

Thank You

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Old 08-03-2017, 06:22 PM
 
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This Article has some tips and recommendations for laptops for seniors. You can also ask the retirement forum. I am sure some seniors there can help.

6 Best Laptops For Older Adults/Elderly Senior Citizens-2017
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Old 08-04-2017, 07:23 AM
 
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
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Dell Inspiron 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive Black I3567-3636BLK-PUS - Best Buy
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Old 08-04-2017, 06:49 PM
 
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A lady friend who is in her 70's asked me to recommend a laptop computer for her that does the basic "stuff."

She doesn't do much on my computer when she uses it.
She is a complete novice and has no desire to do anything more than check email and play games!

When I say games, I don't mean "games" that gamers play!

She only plays card and board games that I purchased for her from Hoyle!
(Very resource light gaming)

She would like either a 2 in 1 touch screen or a simple touch screen .. whichever is the least expensive.

A mac is out of the question since I don't know, and can't teach her how to use it .. plus the mac is so much more money?

Any help will be much appreciated!

Thank You
Get the cheapest computer...it'll work.
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