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   Chris J Dixon  wrote:   
   > Most of my computing is done on my desktop PC, but I have a   
   > laptop which is handy for occasional use, and also as a fallback   
   > in case of failures.   
   >   
   > My Lenovo Thinkpad T450, which I bought refurbished 5 years ago,   
   > now has a bulging removable battery pack, which has been taken to   
   > a safe place. Additionally, the fan is making noises, which I   
   > hope I have addressed by cleaning. It will run on the internal   
   > battery.   
   >   
   > It seems that Lenovo do not support Windows 11 on this machine,   
   > so its safe life is limited in any case. Apparently there are   
   > ways to get round this, but each new Windows update could   
   > introduce fresh issues.   
   >   
   > In this context, and accepting that I want to remain in the   
   > Windows environment, I am unsure that spending money on   
   > replacement parts is justifiable, and am considering a new   
   > laptop.   
   >   
   > My use is mainly MS office applications, no gaming, and I do not   
   > anticipate removing it from the home. Therefore I want something   
   > which is OK with Windows 11, and has appropriate capability.   
   > However, size, weight and battery life are much less important.   
   > Reasonable warranty is desirable.   
   >   
   > I would welcome any pointers and recommendations.   
   >   
   > Chris   
      
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