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The HP LV970UT is a laptop available from
HP.
The LV970UT typically costs
$512.83.
Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's
our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on laptop
models like the LV970UT.
Processor:
Also known as the CPU (Central Processing Unit), the processor is responsible for running commands and handling data. Processors come in different speeds and may have two or more cores (ex. dual-core), which let you more quickly process multiple complex tasks.
Memory-card reader:
At least one flash memory-card slot (CF, SD, XD, MS, etc.)
Built-in webcam:
A built-in webcam for videoconferencing.
About This Brand
HP is the No. 1 seller of desktops and laptops in the United States. In laptops, it offers the midrange Pavilion line, the budget G-series line, and the high-end premium Envy line. In desktops, it offers the budget and midrange Pavilion line, a Pavilion Slimline (slimmer design), and the Pavilion HPE high-end desktop. There are two all-in-one lines, the Omni, and TouchSmart (with touch screen). For netbooks, it's the HP Mini line. HP discontinued sales of its TouchPad tablet several weeks after it launched. But it still provides updates to its webOS, the operating system used by the TouchPad.
Processor Also known as the CPU (Central Processing Unit), the processor is responsible for running commands and handling data. Processors come in different speeds and may have two or more cores (ex. dual-core), which let you more quickly process multiple complex tasks.
Processor
Pentium, 2.13 GHz
Memory-card reader At least one flash memory-card slot (CF, SD, XD, MS, etc.)
Memory-card reader
Yes
Built-in webcam A built-in webcam for videoconferencing.