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AutoCAD LT Discount: Question: Are there any other laptops that could probably fit my needs? (Asus/Toshiba, etc… suggest please)

Summary:
I am going to be commuting almost every day, and will be majoring in Pc Science and probably Aeronautical Engineering. The laptop requirements to be portable(<13"), lightweight(<5lbs), and powerful enough to handle many applications and power demanding programs such as Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, sony vegas, socializing, movies/music, and some hardcore videogames(WoW, etc.). The laptop should be able to last me into at least 2 generations of laptops(4-5 years). Are there any other laptops that could possibly fit my needs? (Asus/Toshiba, etc... recommend please). This is what I chose: VVVV

Alienware m11x R2 @ $ 1,099.99 (With $ 194 discount)

Intel® Core™ i7 640UM (4M Cache, 1.2 GHZ with 2.266 GHz Max Turbo Frequency) - Overclockable
4GB Dual Channel DDR3 at 800MHz
320GB SATAII 7,200RPM
1GB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 335M
11.6-inch WideHD 1366x768 (720p) WLED
1.3MP Web Cam

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Extra Details(and Reasons/POV):
Portability - I will be communting 3 days a week and will be moving around continuously.
Programs - I need a computer that I can expect to use for research, notes, projects, socializing(Aim, skype/webcam), run iTunes with heavy usage(10gb music / 20gb movies / 5gb photos), video editing, and potential gameplay for entertainment purposes(e.g. WoW at med-hi quality).
School - I need a computer that can assist me in things that my major field may require. (Computer Science & Aeronautical Engineering)
Styling - I'm looking for a laptop that has a backlit keyboard(for nighttime purposes), smooth surface/matte surface(no gloss, so no stick while typing), modern casing style(for looks).
Cooling - I have a cooling fan, so the heating is not necessarily an issue, but is a + factor.
Battery Life - I won't have time to recharge my laptop often because I will be moving around, so longer battery life is preferred.

Conclusion - The m11x is 3.8lbs, 11.6" wide therefore passing the portibility issue. Because it is an alienware(built for gaming), with the right specs it should be able to handle technology for a prolonged time. The styling of the laptop is not only functional but effective The smooth dry surface is not glossed, therefore it will not be sticky on fingers while typing which could provide uncomfort. The backlight under the keys are not only stylish, but functional at night. The battery life on the R1(intel core 2 duo) has been known to go up to at least 5 hours, some up to 7-9 hours, but the R2(intel core i5/i7) could be a little less. I am looking for a new laptop, but need other options besides the m11x. What do you suggest?
(Preference: Asus/Toshiba)
PS: I am an anti-acer user.
So I've researched a little more about the performance of WoW on the R2, and it seems like there could be a little problem with the FPS rate dipping/throttling.

Answer by Allan W
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Answer by Brian
Considering that your a student, examine out the high finish MacBook Pros, their based on Unix, so you can be a little far more stretchy with code use when you get into the comp sci kinda stuff.

Also, verify out some dells. I know thats not your preference, but they have some fairly superior specage. With comp sci, im positive your going to be running some memory intensive stuff, and you can spec up to 8gb of internal memory with their laptops.

Answer by Steve J.
i use an Acer Aspire 5050

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