A:AnswerHello Larry! The Geek Squad can assist with setup once you purchase to make sure you have everything transferred and running smoothly. You can reach out to them directly before purchase if you have any questions. https://www.bestbuy.com/services/remotesupport
A:AnswerHello! Yes. This will be a great laptop. You have the option to use it in table mode, and you can also purchase a Dell Active Pen to take notes in tablet mode. It has a Core i5, so you will have a good processor, as well as plenty of storage. If you will be using specific applications, I recommend checking their recommended specifications online to confirm. But Microsoft Office and teleconferencing will run very well on this device.
A:AnswerHello! This does not have an optical drive. But you can purchase the Dell external optical drive. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/dell-8x-external-usb-dvdrw-cd-rw-drive-black/4697703.p?skuId=4697703
A:AnswerHello! You will get 6 months of anti-virus software included with your purchase. Geek Squad protection includes Hardware. You can upgrade to Total Tech Support, which include Software. With Total Tech, you can get support in-store, by phone, or at home. You can reach out to the Geek Squad for additional information. Yes. You can record voice on this laptop.
A:AnswerHello! This comes with a 30 day free trial of Office. But you will need to purchase a Microsoft Office option for after the 30 day trial. If you purchase at the time of your laptop purchase, you will save $20 for the first year.
A:AnswerHello! This laptop with work with both of the programs you listed. If you are looking to do additional photo/video editing in the future, you will want to consider an Inspiron with a dedicated graphics card and a Core i7 Processor. But for these specific programs, this is a good choice.
A:AnswerHello Kobi! This will be a great laptop for a college student. You can flip into table mode to take notes during class. It will also be a great portable laptop with it's weight and size. If you have specific programs you will be using, I recommend confirming the specifications, but this will be a great student laptop.
A:AnswerIt has a decent touchscreen, like in any other today’s touchscreen laptop, with addition of Active Pen support. However, you have to purchase Active Pen separately, because it does not come with one out of box.
