Notebook has died a horrible death, advice on a new one?

[AC-Cobra]

Hi CTH forum

Basically I have been told that my notebook is going to cost so much to repair that I might as well by a new notebook all together.

At the moment Im a student and my only concerns for what the computer can do are work type stuff, and easily running all poker programs etc. Im not interested in playing games or having a super duper video card or monitor etc.

Also being a student, and the fact that my notebook crisis decided to occur at the start of term when I not only need it the most but Im also shelving out loads of money to secure a new place, Im looking for value for money.

Thanks for any help

AC