What is the best laptop to DJ with?

What speakers (and microphone) are best to use with a laptop to dj?

• I will be dj'ing my friend's wedding with my laptop and mp3 songs. I have done some church dances before, but after spending $200 on speakers that I was told would cover the area (small gymnasium), we ended up having to place the p.a. system microphone near one of the speakers to hear the music over the crowd. I can't invest a thousand bucks into speakers, but I would like to get some decent ones that will work with a computer. Help!

• Answer:

  There's not much choice for you. To do it right, you'll need a PA system to cover sound in a hall. You'll need PA speakers, amplifier and mixer or even a combo unit if your on a very tight budget.. You can find packages available at a discount at most major music shops. Here's some examples.... The bare minimum.. for small rooms... http://www.guitarcenter.com/Nady-RPA-6-Portable-PA-System-630400-i1153412.gc Much better, will fill a medium sized room & is expandable and not too expensive... http://www.guitarcenter.com/Behringer-PMP2000-E1520-PA-Package-630214-i1368123.gc