This is a fantastic backpack - it looks quite sophisticated and is completely suitable for business attire, but it is also very functional. The front pocket is easily removable (held in place by zippers so it is secure when attached). The laptop section easily fits my MacBook, which is enclosed in an extra protective case because I'm paranoid. I can also fit a large, thick notebook and my iPad in this area. In the middle pocket I can store all my gadget peripherals, plus pen case, personal hygiene items. The bag with all my daily things is nowhere almost full. Overall, it has a large capacity. I was also pleasantly surprised at how comfortable it is to carry on my back - perhaps the most comfortable backpack I've had. The side pockets are a really good size too. I am able to fit my contigo water bottle in one and contigo West Loop Travel Mug 2.0 I am the other. Both feel secure and don't even fall out even when you put on or take off the backpack. The only downside for me is the lock for the laptop area. The numbers are really hard to see and it's silly to change the combination. Then again a double digit combination isn't that hard to crack, but it would hopefully slow someone down and irritate the hell out of them! All in all I'm so happy with this bag - it's fantastic value and locks way more expensive than it actually was.