Help! Skype Makes My Laptop Unresponsive!

OK, so I just got Skype for my laptop! Sweet, but whenever I call my friends my laptop gets unresponsive! I use a Dell Inspiron 1520 and Windows 7, whenever I click on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, it doesn't work! If I minimized a window and then used Skype I can't open the window again! I can't even go to the start menu! I've tried re-downloading Skype and it won't work! I have force shut down my laptop and turned it on again, but it still won't work! Help me!

Try downloading a compressed version of Skype (one which uses up less space.)
The explanation for the problem might be that your skype is taking up space.
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Just joined and this is my first post here.
I live in India. I can get a non Thinkpad
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Hi, welcome to the forum!
First of all, you should ask the exact model and specifications of the new Lenovo from the dealer. You cannot compare models unless you know exactly the specifications. Second, you don't mention the price for the used L420, so we cannot give you definite answers. I will try to give you some guidelines, sorry if I'm not more specific.
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Another aspect you do not mention is the screen size and resolution. A 15.6'' standard HD (1366 X 768) is ok but maybe the 14.1'' with the same resolution will not be enough for writing all day. Ask the Thinkpad seller about the resolution of the screen, it would be nice if it is a 1600 X 900.
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Of course this is just my opinion, based on the facts you gave. Try to get more details, wait for other opinions. In the end, you can't go wrong either way!
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