Asus Eee PC

The Asus Eee PC is an ultra-portable notebook computer designed for budget-conscious consumers. The three E's in the name reference the laptop's slogan: "Easy to learn, Easy to work, Easy to play."

First announced in 2007 by manufacturer Asus, this notebook has received acclaim for its ease of use, portability and customizable features. Originally priced at $199, many consumers and technology aficionados felt the Eee PC was primed to compete in the emerging Netbook category of laptops along with the XO Laptop. The final price eventually rose to between $299 and $399, but Asus still sold more than 300,000 units in 2007.

1. Processor: 900mhz Intel Celeron
2. Memory: 512MB-2GB DDR II SDRAM (depending on model)
3. Display: 7-inch TFT LCD
4. OS: Linux Xandros or Windows XP
5. Battery life: about 2 hours 45 minutes
6. Weight: 2 lbs