When it comes to laptop screens, there is really only two “types'” of screens: matte or glossy.  Though matte used to be the only choice, over the last few years, glossy has almost become the only option.

But to make your decision to get a glossy screen you need to consider a few things including who will be using the computer, where you will be primarily using it and what you expect from your notebook screen.

First, you need to decide where you are going to be primarily going to use it.  If you will be using it mostly indoors in a room without windows, then it would be a good choice.  On the other hand, if the room that you are going to be using the computer in does have windows, or if you will be using the laptop primarily outside, you might not want a glossy screen because you will get reflections which will make it harder for you to see the screen.

Secondly, the person using it will have a large bearing on whether or not you want a glossy screen.  For adults it is usually not a problem, but if you have little kids that are using it, you might want to pass on the glossy screen.  The reason that glossy screens can be a problem is that fingerprints show up easily, and chances are little hands will touch the screen resulting in difficulty viewing the picture.

Lastly, you need to decide your expectations when it comes to the laptop screen.  If you are expecting vibrant and lifelike pictures and videos, then glossy is the right option for you.  On the other hand, if you are looking for a screen that will work in a multitude of situations that won’t be difficult to use, then matte might be a better choice.

Be sure to consider the above points when buying a laptop and get the one that suits your needs.