Ten tips for extending your battery's life

With a little power conservation and some smart moves, you can greatly improve your notebook's battery life. Here are ten tips for getting the most out of your batteries.

1. Think small

If extra-long battery life matters to you, forget about that huge,17-inch -screen notebook with the top-speed processor - it probably won't run for more than two hours.

When you're buying your next notebook, think small and consider an ultra-portable or a ...