17 Inch Laptop Bag

17 Inch Laptop Bag

Your 17 inch laptop computer is a big investment – which means that it must be protected with a quality laptop bag. There are different types of laptop bags on the market, including the briefcase bag for the busy professional, the bike messenger bag or backpack bag for the busy student and the laptop sleeve for the person who doesn't care for the bulk of a traditional 17 inch laptop bag. Regardless of which type of bag that you choose to buy for your laptop, you should keep the following factors in mind when making your decision:

• Weight. Many people use their 17 inch laptop bag as a catch all for everything else that they are carrying. If this describes you, then you should keep in mind that a bulky laptop bag will only add to the weight you are lugging around, so choose a bag made of lightweight material to ease the load. Your shoulders and back will thank you.

• Fabric. When possible, choose a laptop bag that is made from materials like Cordura or ballistic nylon. They are water resistant to a certain point and also not as prone to scuffs and tears as some of the other possible choices out there. • Appearance. Other than selecting a bag that is aesthetically pleasing, you should also select a bag that doesn't appeal to would-be thieves. A bag that is obviously a laptop bag can be a target for some not-so-nice people; in this regard, the backpack laptop bag is a good choice because it is often thought to just hold textbooks.

• Access. Choose a 17 inch laptop bag that is easy to access. Any clips, straps, and buckles should be easy to release and to fasten, preferably using one hand. If you have to unzip the entire bag and then undo Velcro straps inside, then you may find the bag inconvenient.

• Protection. And the most important feature that you want to look for is protection of your laptop against damage. You want the laptop to be protected from jostles, bumps, drops, and inclement weather. This means that it must have some type of thick padding or air cushion.

It is usually good practice to "test drive" a bag before buying it. Visit the retailer of your choice and compare bags with your 17 inch laptop in hand – and ask friends some advice on what to look for or what to avoid.