One area of laptop computing that’s often overlooked is the audio. While it goes without saying that you’ll never get concert-hall quality from your laptop’s sound system, those with any interest in sound quality – for example, those who like to listen to MP3s or watch DVDs during their travels – are advised not to overlook this aspect of laptop computing.
The heart of any PC audio system is the sound card. On a laptop, however, audio is generally integrated into the main board. Your best clue to superior audio quality is a laptop that uses the word multimedia in its description. Any laptop specifically designed for multimedia is sure to have above-average audio capabilities.
Also consider the built-in speaker system. Often laptop manufacturers will boast brand-name speakers. Ths is another clue that some thought was put into that laptop’s audio capabilities. Advanced speaker capability is an obvious plus, too.
A great sound system won’t do you much good if it’s difficult to access. Look for the finer details, too. For example, where is the mini headphone jack (discussed later) located? Is it near the front of the laptop where it’s easily accessible, or is it on the back? Likewise, where are the speakers positioned? Some laptops have been known to position their speakers in front of the keyboard. This is okay when you’re sitting back to enjoy some tunes, not so good when you want to work to Kenny Chesney or Metallica and your hands are right on top of the speakers.
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