Find a laptop bargain for your student online

Sending a child to college isn’t cheap, but that doesn’t mean you need to break the bank to buy that all-important laptop. Swing by the brick-and-mortar store to see exactly what you want, but try looking on one of these websites — there’s a good chance you will find that machine for less. More information on pricing and availability online improves your negotiating power in the store.

Amazon.com. You can find anything on Amazon these days, and that includes a new laptop. What’s best is that you can take that brand-new .edu e-mail address the school provided and sign up for Amazon Student. This provides the benefits of Amazon Prime — including free two-day shipping — at no charge. Visit amazon.com/gp/student/signup/info for more information.

Newegg.com. Newegg has evolved into a massive online clearinghouse for all things electronic. Aside from laptop prices that are some of the best around, Newegg has a page of daily deals. It also offers refurbished products at a discount, though some don’t include a warranty.

Tigerdirect.com. You can find all kinds of laptops at great prices on this haven for consumer electronics. Like Newegg, it is certified by the Better Business Bureau, which makes online shopping safe and easy.