the new computer

So I got a new computer! It is another Dell Inspiron, because I guess I'm kind of brand loyal after all, and also it came with Microsoft Office...not actually pre-installed, but free with purchase, at least. I always name my electronics after stars or constellations: this one is Aquila, because I was really tired while I was flipping through my dad's guide to the night sky. If I'd thought about it for a couple more hours I probably would have named it Bellatrix. (I already have a Sirius, a Regulus, an Arcturus, and some other stuff.) OTOH, I have been reading an awful lot of Rosemary Sutcliff this summer.

( Here are some thoughts )

The new computer is a little bulkier than the old one, so I'm leaning towards getting a netbook as well at this point. If I can find one I like. I pondered an eReader, but I think the netbook will be more useful: after all, I can type on it.