Hmm... I used to use P4 on a laptop with a 15-inch screen. I think my resolution was set at 800 x 600 or 1028 x 764. Either way, I don't remember anything being "cut off." Maybe if you increase your screen res that would help. And can you post a screen shot of what you mean by "cut off?" Also, 17-inch monitors are pretty cheap these days; especially used ones. If your laptop has a port for it, you could get one and use that. It might save you some headaches...in more ways than one :)