Buying a Netbook

Netbooks--small laptop computers that run an operating system--are a great purchase decision. They're incredibly portable, easy to use, and inexpensive. They can range in price from under $300 to just over $600, making them a great option for anyone on a budget. Netbooks used to be solely for Internet and email use because of their size and power, but today netbooks are becoming a more mainstream option for a variety of uses. The popularity of netbooks means that more manufacturers are adding extras and better features.
Netbooks commonly have a wide screen between 8 to 10 inches. They normally lack built-in optical drives and don't have full sized keyboards. Typing on a netbook is very different than using a laptop because the keyboard may be up to 15% smaller. They don't lack the same extras you expect from a laptop, however. Netbooks usually have plenty of USB ports, built-in Wi-Fi, and features like Bluetooth, cellular modems, webcams and card readers. Almost all netbooks use the Intel Atom platform, meaning you'll get the Atom processor along with up to 1 GB of RAM and integrated graphics.

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