Pros: Fast start up and shut down, runs many programs at once without lag, large keyboard with number pad.

Cons: Has restarted a couple times unprompted. It was after I installed another 4gb of ram so I'm guessing that was the reason.

Overall Review: My second Sony Vaio and so far its been good. My first one was great for six years of heavy use for work and media. I'm hoping this one gets me though another six.