Is your laptop overheating? Does it shut down or restart without warning? Feel hot when you hold your hand against the underside after you’ve been running it a while, or burn your legs if you have it on your lap? Does the internal fan sound a lot more active than it used to be? This article hopes to help you identify why the problem is occurring and then, if possible, how to fix laptop overheating.

This article is a review of the top rated laptop computers for 2011. You can find categories here that include options for students, value/budget seekers, as well as the best rated mac laptop computers for 2011. When looking for a student laptop you should consider not only the size of the laptop but also the battery life. Students routinely spend long hours (8+) on campus and don't have time to worry about plugging in a laptop. If you get a laptop with a long battery life, then they won't have to worry about that. Lightweight laptops (Under 4 pounds) are also available.