Win2K8 virtual network, for labs and learning win2k8. Sometimes I need 5 machines running at the same time. 

@awesec you beat me to the question

@firstbitdrv
My laptop has a core duo, so I only have 2 processors, and 4 gigs of ram. Most of the virtuals are built with 512m of ram. However I found I only needed 2 or 3 up at a time, which didn't hurt me too much. (I think bt4 got 1 gig).

To properly study for CEH, you need 3 systems (and no, they don't need to all be running at the same time, but with your 8GB of memory that shouldn't be a problem):

- A windows attacking machine
- A linux attacking machine
- a victim machine

You only need to become familiar with the tools involved (stick to paying close attention to the primary tools - or the tools that get more attention).

Nowhere in the objectives is anything mentioned about bluetooth.

http://eccouncil.org/certification/exam_information/ceh_exam_312-50.aspx.

You continue to seek out reasons to buy a laptop so if you want a laptop, then buy it. Does studying for the CEH justify purchasing a laptop? I don't think so, but maybe you'd feel more comfortable with it and, as has been mentioned, you'll have room to do a little further exploring down the road.

BillV

I was using your example of bluetooth. Bluetooth stuff is not included specifically for the exam. If you wanted to further research that topic afterwards, you could use your laptop - as well as any other topics where having a portable platform would be helpful.

There is a lot to learn. Don't jump into the deep end, you have to wade into it.