A protective carrying case for a computer includes a top portion and a bottom
portion
for supporting the computer. The top portion is configured to close over the computer
and mate with the bottom portion to form a complete enclosure around the computer,
with padding to protect the computer. The bottom portion advantageously provides
a low peripheral profile, allowing access to peripheral ports disposed on the sides
of the computer while the computer is disposed thereon. The case may also include
enlarged cushioned corners for providing additional protection to the corners of
the computer, and an openable back portion, configured to selectively expose the
computer's external connector ports, to allow connection of the computer to external
components while the computer remains substantially enclosed within the case.
