Photos: Back-to-school shopping list

It's almost time to head back to campus, which for many also means it's time to start thinking about a new computer. Back-to-school shoppers pick a notebook over a desktop more than 80 percent of the time, according to the NPD Group, a retail electronics analyst firm.

This entry-level notebook is CNET Reviews' pick for the best combination of features and price this back-to-school season. CNET Reviews editors like the $699 15-inch Sony Vaio NR430 for its "sturdy and attractive design, awesome keyboard, and leading performance and battery life among its class."