HotHardware's 2014 Back To School Shopping Guide
It's back-to-school season, and whether you've started classes recently or are awaiting (dreading?) that first 8AM lecture, there may be a few bits of techno-shopping that need to be taken care of before you can be on your way to that straight-A report card.
Whether you're about to begin the Fall semester of college or your senior year in high school (or something else entirely), you'll probably need the right hardware to get you through. In the pages ahead, we'll be taking a look at today's latest and greatest when it comes to full systems, mobile devices, and peripherals that could prove useful for any dutiful student. Handling untold hours of classes while still maintaining some sort of social life is hard work, and it's even harder if you're still relying on tech from yesteryear.
Here we will look at small form factor or all-in-one desktops (meant to fit nicely in dorm rooms and transport easily for those heading off to out-of-state schools), notebooks, and tablets, as well as top recommendations in accessories. Ready to get your school year started off right? Let's go...