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2007 saw the introduction of the first netbooks. They were marketed as devices to be used in conjunction with other computing options. As a member of the subnotebook family, the size of a netbook is between that of a laptop and a handheld device. The screen is typically 8-10 inches and the keyboards will be 89-93% of the size of full size keyboards. It weighs less and, generally speaking, is less expensive.

The processor technology for most netbooks is x-86 with a speed of either 1.6 GHz or 1.66 GHz. Some will integrate MIPS compatible processors. While these usually have a lower price tag attached, they will not have the speed and processing power of the x-86 based models.

As for operating systems, there are several choices. About 32% of the netbooks available now come with some type of Linux operating system. The more popular option is a license for a more mainstream system.

As mentioned before, netbooks are not as functional or powerful as their laptop counterparts. A standard hard disk is not usually installed. The means for data storage is available for some units via SSD (solid-state drive.) SSD Storage capacity is usually between 32GB and 64 GB. An SSD is faster and more durable than a rotating but that storage capacity is only a fraction of a conventional drive that can hold up to 160 GB. Plus, very few netbooks are equipped with a DVD drive which many people today are finding to be a necessity.

Since access to the internet is a prime application for netbook users, network flexibility is of prime concern. All netbooks sold today are Wi-Fi networking capable. A user can take advantage of a range of network options. These include mobile telephone networks, Ethernet, broadband, and dial-up.

One is not limited to just surfing the web with a netbook. Students find it to be a handy easily transportable device to use for classroom note-taking, word processing and running their music library. Business people can use it on the road for creating or managing spreadsheets and staying on top of their e-mails.

Go over the pros and cons of a netbook before making a purchase. Pros: they are easy to transport, provide easy internet access and offer a low price. Cons: they offer minimal configuring options and have low processing power and speed. Determining what your needs are and making a wise decision will help make you a happy customer.

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