Compag/Toshiba

Our organization currently uses Dell desktops/laptops (all minimum 3 years of age). A suggestion has been presented to try Compag or Toshiba, but I have never had an opportunity to use nor support either. What are your thoughts? Also, Gateway fora business?

History: 650+ user supported, WinNT (upgrading to W2K), use dialinx (genuity) and dialup (RAS), users across the 50 states, some work from home