One can never predict changes in tech equipment in the future but I hope my new SI Modern 15 A11MU Ultrabook will last at least the 10yrs or more that my current laptop has lasted. I have loaded all the programmes I want (or think I need) and I am almost ready to set off again exploring the speed and functions I now have. The price was OK, but for the price I got a really up to date, high spec machine.