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• Netbooks are small laptops that are designed for wireless communication and access to the Internet. Many popular computer manufacturers are releasing netbook models, leading tech analysts and bloggers to speculate whether or not the mini-laptops are the future of the notebook computer market.Netbook Market: Netbook

• Fast Facts

  1. Also known as: Sub-notebooks, mini-notebooks, ultra-mobile PC
  2. Introduced by Psion in 1999
  3. Re-introduced by Intel in February 2008
  4. Priced around: $350-$400The San Francisco Chronicle: The Time is Ripe for a Rip(November 29, 2008)
  5. Categorized as small sized, low-cost, lightweight and lean function sub-notebooks
  6. Primary uses: Internet access, Word processingNetbook Market: Netbook
  7. Offers either Linux or Microsoft Windows XPNetbook Market: Netbook
  8. Some offer Microsoft Windows VistaGigaom: Features
  9. Notable Quote:: Intel Vice President recently said netbooks were not suitable for daily useSlashGear: Netboooks not suited to daily use (November 28, 2008)

• Popular Models

  • Asus Eee PC
  • HP Mini-Note
  • Acer Aspire One
  • MSI Wind

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  Laptops | Cheap Notebook | How to Choose a Netbook | JoliCloud | Intel | Word Processing | Linux | Asus Eee PC | MSI Wind | Hewlett-Packard | Acer | Notebook Computers

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