Cool netbooks

Based on a recent survey, many computer users (about 40-50%) use their laptops mainly for 3 tasks, namely to surf the web, checking their email and word processing. These are 3 of the most common computing tasks in the among PC users. If you fall within this category, it makes a lot of sense for you to get a netbook as they can handle all these tasks very competently.

Netbooks or what are also known as mini-notebooks are the latest ventures in the personal computers arena. Netbooks are attracting attention all over the world because of their miniature attractive size and small price tag. Because of their cheap price tag, people who can’t afford typical laptops can now look forward to purchasing netbooks instead. But there are several things which you will have to take into consideration before buying a netbooks. If you love speed, don’t go for it, as netbooks are slower.

Netbooks are not only cheaper than regular laptops, where they are also much more portable. Netbooks are extremely lightweight and nowadays, have an extraordinary battery lifespan. Many netbook models can easily last 8-9 hours on a single charge. Laptops usually have much shorter battery life spans and are relatively heavy, making them less portable.

Top 3 affordable laptops

I was looking for an affordable laptop and I have found 3 models with good performances and fair prices.

Her is my top 3 affordable laptops:

• Acer Aspire One A150-1447 Netbook Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz, 1GB, 160GB HDD, 8.9″ WSVGA, 802.11b/g, Webcam, Multi-in-one card reader, Microsoft XP Home

Tech Specs

• Processor Mfr   Intel
• Processor Speed   1.6GHz
• Hard Drive   160 GB
• RAM standard   1GB
• Display   8.9 active-matrix/TFT/XGA,  Display, maximum resolution   1024 x 600
• Network interface card included  NIC type   Fast Ethernet ,  Network interface details   10/100 LAN
• OS   Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
• Display and video details   Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
• Weight (lbs)   2.2 
• Color: Sapphire blue chassis

The price of this laptop is $399.00.

• Acer Aspire 5315-2698 Notebook – LX.ALE0X.060

Tech Specs

• Camera    Yes
• Screen Size    15.4″ ,  Display Resolution    1280 x 800
• Processor Type    Celeron M
• Processor Speed    2.13GHz , Bus Speed    533MHz
• Interfaces/Ports    1 x DC Power Input, 1 x RJ-11 Modem, 1 x RJ-45 Network, 1 x VGA, 1 x Mini-phone Audio Out, 1 x Mini-phone Microphone, 1 x mini-DIN S-Video Out, 3 x 4-pin Type A USB 2.0 – USB
• Hard Drive Capacity    120GB
• Network Technology    Fast Ethernet, Wi-Fi
• Standard Memory    1GB,  Maximum Memory    2GB
• Operating System    Windows Vista Home Premium
• Optical Drive Type    DVD-Writer
• Graphics Controller Manufacturer    Intel

Price tag for this laptop is $448.99.

• HP Business Notebook 2133 – KX869AT#ABA

Tech Specs

• Screen Size    8.9″
• Processor Speed    1.2GHz
• Hard Drive Capacity    120GB
• Memory Technology    DDR2 SDRAM , Maximum Memory    2GB
• Graphics Controller Manufacturer    VIA
• Network Technology    Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi
• Operating System    SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
• Standard Memory    1GB
• Graphic Mode    WXGA
• Optical Drive Type    Not Included
• Dimensions    1.05″ Height x 10.04″ Width x 6.5″ Depth

Hp laptop price is $441.92.