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Turbo Boost Technology: Automatically speeds up your processor when your PC needs extra performance.

Hyper Threading Technology: Multi-task processing that allows each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time.

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Fresh Start provides a basic computing environment where specific VAIO^® applications (like VAIO^® Media Gallery and PlayMemories Home™), and trial software are removed from your unit prior to shipment. Any additional software applications added to your notebook will not be affected by this option.

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Microsoft^® Office 2010 Starter This PC is preloaded with reduced-functionality versions of Word and Excel that include advertising. Purchase an Office 2010 Product Key to activate full-featured Office software on this PC.

Microsoft^® Office 2010 Home & Student Perfect for students and home users who require the core Microsoft^® suite of productivity applications.

Microsoft^® Office 2010 Home & Business Perfect for small business or home users who run the usual business productivity applications and require help managing their email and calendar.

Microsoft^® Office 2010 Professional Perfect for business professionals who require the full range of business productivity applications and who need to manage large amounts of information.

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Developed by the company you trust to deliver amazing TVs, the S Series display features an anti-reflective glossy finish that delivers crisp, clear detail and vivid color while minimizing the glare typically associated with glossy finishes on LCDs. So, you get all the benefits of a glossy display without the downside typically associated with them (i.e., glare and reflections).

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Dedicated graphics are critical for use with programs that have intense video graphics, which many of today's games and other media do. If your video card gets overloaded, your processor will borrow memory from your PC RAM which will result in slower reaction time, especially if you are running other applications. So, the more memory you have on your video card, the less your processor will have to borrow to display graphics, which will ultimately lead to better overall performance.

With hybrid graphics the PC contains both integrated graphics on the processor and separate dedicated graphics. On the S Series, you can adjust your graphics setting to deliver maximum power when it's needed most and then dial it back down for day-to-day activities to conserve battery life. You can even adjust the performance level on the fly without rebooting. That way you lower your energy consumption and preserve your battery life.

Intel® Wireless Display 2.0 technology lets you enjoy your favorite online TV shows, movies, videos and photos from the comfort of your couch. Best of all, you can send it wirelessly to your TV in up to full 1080p HD and 5.1 surround sound. Requires TV Adapter (sold separately) and compatible television. Does not support Blu-ray Disc™ or other protected content playback.

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You choose the network - AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint

Please note that you will have the option to select your carrier and set up your mobile broadband account during the initial set up process after you receive your PC. You can either set up your account through the step-by-step set up process on your first boot up, or you can click on the "VAIO Mobile Broadband Set up" icon on the PC's desktop.

Be your own mobile hotspot Share My Connection™ technology converts the wireless mobile broadband signal into a Wi-Fi signal that can be transmitted through your PC to up to 5 Wi-Fi-enabled PCs or devices. This means that your VAIO^® S series laptop can do double duty as a hotspot while still maintaining full PC functionality.

Superior Savings For frequent travelers, hotel Internet fees can really add up. But with Mobile Broadband embedded into your laptop, you avoid network hotel fees by connecting directly to the Internet.

3G powered by Gobi™ by Qualcomm^®

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Solid state drive technology differs from a conventional hard disk drive in that it has no moving parts. This means that solid state drives are more durable and less prone to the damage, such as scratching, that can sometimes occur over time in hard disk drives. Solid state drives also tend to provide faster boot-ups and overall speedier performance. Because of its enhanced durability, a solid state drive is an ideal option for people who plan to travel frequently with their laptop.

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Memory or RAM is what your computer uses to store current data/applications in use and so that the computer can quickly access that information. The more Memory your computer has, the easier and quicker it will be able to operate many programs/applications at the same time.

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Norton Internet Security software is recommended if you plan to download music, store photos and/or bank and shop online. Completely re-engineered for speed, it safeguards your computer and your identity without slowing you down.

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