A few years ago, Lenovo inherited (well, bought) the tried and true ThinkPad line from IBM. Since then, not much has changed: The ThinkPad line of notebooks and laptops still bear the IBM logo and still offer reliability and security for consumers looking for a machine that can keep up with them and their work. Lenovo also offers the 3000 line, which offers much of the same stability in a more mainstream package.

Lenovo ThinkPad

What can be said about the ThinkPad? It's perhaps the most enduring brand name in laptop computing. These sturdy notebooks have been serving students and businesspeople well for years, and under Lenovo, they have continued to be a strong contender for consumers who need a little extra security when it comes to their precious data. The ThinkPad has an optional magnesium-alloy roll cage and shock-mounted hard drive, making it practically impervious to blunt force damage or falls. A built in biometric scanner replaces text passwords with a swipe of your finger, providing an extra layer of personal protection. On top of all that, underneath the hood, there is a powerful, high-performance notebook capable of fulfilling all your computing needs.

Lenovo 3000

Meant to be a little more approachable to the everyday user, the Lenovo 3000 takes the solid construction and well-earned reputation of the ThinkPad line and gussies it up with a number of features that makes it just as suitable in the home as it is in the office. Big hard drive, lots of RAM, and a powerful graphics card make the 3000 series great for multimedia tasks like watching videos or playing games, while the integrated camera and microphone allow you to produce your own webcasts and communicate with friends.