Netbook vs Notebook - Which laptop is right for you?
March 04, 2010 Computers & Electronics 0 comments
People always seem to ask what is the difference between a netbook and a notebook? Netbooks are really just simplified versions of a notebook (which is basically just a lapotop). Netbooks are small, low cost, light weight computers optimized for internet based services.
So what really separates a netbook from a regular notebook laptop?
Size
The most common netbook size is 10.1" and some are as small as 7" and going up to 11.
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Long Battery Life
Look out for 3 cell and 6 cell batteries. Netbooks are optimized to run efficiently and with a 6 cell battery, so you can work on your netbook over 6 hours. That is one of the most intriguing things is to have a under 4 pound device run for over 6 hours!
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DVD/CD Functionality
Netbooks do not have a read/write DVD/Blu Ray/CD drive in them. You can load items through downloading on the web or through USB connect but there are no drives. Also since it is mainly a sharing/viewing device it continues on the Windows XP or Linux platform. Intel has also changed to what is commonly known as an Atom processor which runs streaming video and content but does not really account for multi tasking.
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So bottom line if you are looking for a device to:
- Communicate (e-mail, instant messaging, social networking)
- Browse (surf the Web, read the news, search for information)
- Learn (homework or studying, language learning, research)
- Watch (photo viewing/sharing video streaming)
- Listening (MP3 streaming Audio)
If the above list describes you, then don't sweat it but feel comfortable and go look at netbooks. The only other big choice you will have to make is choosing the color!
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