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I am looking into buying this HP laptop:

HP DV1000

Here's the upgrades I plan on getting so far when ordering a customized version of it:

- 512 MB RAM (512 x 1....so I can upgrade to a gig later by doing it myself)

- XP Pro

Now I also want to get Centrino Mobile Technology on this computer by getting an Intel M Processor and the Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection. But my biggest question is what processor to get? I can choose from the following:

- Intel® Pentium® M Processor 725A (1.60 GHz)

- Intel® Pentium® M Processor 740 (1.73 GHz)

- Intel® Pentium® M Processor 750 (1.86 GHz)

- Intel® Pentium® M Processor 760 (2.0 GHz)

- Intel® Pentium® M Processor 770 (2.13 GHz)

Which speed do you think I should get? I was probably thinking either the 740 or 750? Would this be sufficient?

Also, what do you guys know/think about the WXGA BrightView screen? It is that glossy kind of screen, but is supposed to have better colors and good for any future use I would have in watching HD movies on it.

I know to answer these questions it has to do a lot with what I will be using this computer for....but I just want everyone's general opinions on these couple issues. Thanks!

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i've got a fairly new laptop myself, and the screen is amazing, its the high gloss one, anyway, its kind of bad in the sun, but in a dark room (movies) or just an office or library (for work) its really quite amazing. i've also got the intel M Processor 2 GHz and it does everything i could possibly imagine. as for the wireless, the centrino mobility has been very good, as far as distance and signal strength goes. hope this helps with the decision making.