The benefits of laptop computers are immense. They are stylish, portable, business-friendly, and a good one can now do almost anything a desktop can do. How different laptop models compare, however, is something that you should explore before buying the first one you see.
When inspecting new laptops at a store, it is always a good idea to consider their size and weight, so as to discover which models are portable enough for your lifestyle. A constantly traveling mobile professional, for example, probably wouldn’t be interested in a machine that weighed 8 lbs.
Another thing to think about is the ergonomic design of your notebook of choice. You should try out the keyboard and touch pad before buying, to make sure you find it comfortable to work on.
As a rule, it is a good idea to find a machine that has at least two USB ports, as well as a FireWire connection if you plan to make use of high-speed peripherals like CD burners.
It is also important to think about the specific features you want in a laptop computer. If you frequently need to access the internet outside your home, for example, built-in Wi-Fi connectivity can be a real blessing. If you plan to use your computer for entertainment purposes, an integrated DVD player, coupled with a relatively large screen resolution is nice to have.
Overall, the process of buying a new laptop, or consumer electronics device of any kind, requires a great deal of thought. It is important to picture yourself using the device and think long and hard about what features you will want and need.
Civil Forfeiture and the Standard of Proof
Unlike criminal proceedings, where an accused person must be presumed innocent until proven guilty and only punished once their guilt has been proven beyond a reasonable doubt, civil forfeiture proceedings operate on the balance of probabilities, meaning that the state must merely demonstrate that an individual has probably done something illegal in order to obtain forfeiture of their property.
The Right to Counsel in Canada
Section 10(b) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms preserves the right of a detained individual to contact counsel immediately upon arrest or detention, and simultaneously imposes a duty upon police to immediately inform individuals that they have this right.
The Right to a Speedy Trial in Canada
Section 11(b) of the Charter protects Canadians’ right to a speedy trial, stating that “any person charged with an offence has the right… to be tried within a reasonable time.”
