those arent really recommended for a whole lot but just surfing the internet.

I would keep with the satellite that you posted, my parents have one and it's lasted a while

 

I assumed watch video meant more like youtube, not full tv shows haha

That's the only reason I suggested a netbook. Comfy sofa forum browsing :P

 

I would really really really recommend a Mac Book Pro...but that's gonna be a bit out of your price range I love mine though, definitely worth it for schooling!

 

yeah i agree, its good for browsing, but i haven't heard the best about them, maybe i just have biased friends? =P

 

A netbook does what it is meant to do. Get you surfing the net lol. You can't do too much on them, which is what I thought the OP needed. I was wrong

Get the cheapest laptop you can buy, it should be sufficient if you aren't planning on running any big applications, or games.

 

Thanks for the help, everyone.

 

Ok,thanks.

 

I personally would never buy a netbook, ever. No optical drive is a huge fail.

Here are a few that I found through various tech deal sites:

http://www.buy.com/prod/acer-aspire-...219030064.html
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16834200142
http://www.circuitcity.com/applicati...=gan_620053404

 

^ I would go for that Dell at NewEgg. Looks to be the best so far price/spec wise. Plus I think you get out of paying tax with NewEgg.

 

Out of the 3 I posted, I'd get the Acer from Circuit City.