* Country of purchase:
 U.S.

* Budget range:
 600-800

* Purpose (netbook, ultraportable, mainstream, gaming, desktop replacement, etc.):
 Pic Editing, Video, nongaming, mainstream

* Screen size preference:
 15.6

* OS preference (Windows/ Mac/ Linux):
 Windows, prefer 7 over 8, but either way is cool

* Method of computer support (office supplier, college bookstore, self support):
 Me

* Brand preferences and reasons (already owned accessories, familiarity, business
compatibility):
 N/A

* Any particular style that you like (examples are great):
 Non-glossy case, non-industrial/business, not a big fan of Dell's Inspirons, but it's not like I'll be looking at the top of the case a whole lot.  Just really like clean and simple.

* Which of the following qualities would you prefer? (Choose one, the other, or balanced)

* Long battery life -vs- Low weight:
 Low weight

* Build quality -vs- Low price:
 Build quality and Reliability

* Low noise/heat -vs- High performance:
 Low noise/heat

**Would you pay a premium for something that has:**

* High resolution screen:
 Not really necessary

* A great keyboard:
 I am a student, so I do need a keyboard that can take typing a shit ton.

* A great touchpad/mouse buttons:
 Definitely.  Prefer actual left and right buttons if possible

**List any features that are critical:** (e.g. Optical drive, USB 3.0, SD card slot, ethernet port, HDMI port, bluetooth, VGA port, removable battery, glossy screen, matte screen, etc.)

SD slot, USB 3.0, Optical drive. Not sure about the rest.