What Matters Most: Laptop buying tips for parents with college-bound kids

Not sure where to start when buying a laptop for your college-bound kid? Dan Rubino, Windows Central Editor-in-Chief, offers some insightful buying tips for parents, including college discounts, software needs for students, and whether to buy online or in-person. Your student is sure to be pleased every time they open their new laptop.

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