after doing so many macbook repairs, i’m recommending a certain type of case. many times damage comes from pressure. people travel with their macbooks in their backpacks, underneath their arms. set them on chairs or the floor. this case is not only very rigid and rugged, but provides a stiff, rigid shell to resist pressures applied to it. not only that, but the charger, or mouse & cables have their own recessed areas so they do not provide pressure points. just a great case. i highly recommend this case.