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Overview Changes in computing styles and form factors will affect what users buy. Negotiation strategies and disposal issues will affect how users buy and dispose of their client computing devices.  Read More Predicts 2004: Worldwide PC Market Outlook It will be another challenging year for the PC market, but one full of opportunities for companies flexible enough to take advantage. Predicts 2004: PC Desktops Desktop PCs are mainstay components of nearly all IT infrastructures. Gartner's predictions evaluate forthcoming changes to the desktop market and offer tactical advice for 2004. Predicts 2004: Notebook PCs When buying notebook PCs, bear in mind that a quarter will break down after two years. Choose the right wireless LAN standard, be wary of short battery life, and don't bank on notebook PCs getting much cheaper in 2004. Predicts 2004: Handheld Computers In 2004, handheld operating systems and smartphone development will affect enterprise standards decisions. Manageability and security will continue to receive insufficient IT attention. Predicts 2004: Client-Side Windows Adoption Despite security fixes for NT Workstation v.4, you should focus on migrating to newer platforms and securing your desktops in 2004. Insulate yourself from the uncertainties of Microsoft's operating-system delivery timing. Predicts 2004: PC Procurement and Disposal Practices PC procurement risk and complexity, as well as the consequences of mediocre process management, will continue. PC procurement processes must be aggressively managed to avoid expensive surprises.