Anna, I currently have a Toshiba laptop that I love. It has a 17" screen and the keyboard is "friendly" if you know what I mean. Definitely test the keyboard when you shop because some of them are awkward and uncomfortable. I always hook up an external mouse when I use it because I don't like the touchscreen, personally.

Having said that about the Toshiba, I have also heard that Gateway's computer products have improved tremendously. I have a Gateway desktop in my office and I like it.

Everyone's experience is different. My only problem laptop that I have had in the past was a Dell! It had to be replaced when it was six months old! Our Dell desktop that we bought for the children has been horrible, too! LOL!!

Good luck and Happy Shopping!

Logan