Netbook Ratings And Reviews

As people start to go mobile everyday, computer manufacturers are optimizing their designs and coming up with more portable computers that people can take with them on the go to create and consume content on the Internet. That's how the netbook market has been born. These gadgets are highly portable and very easy to handle. No longer are we looking at 5-7 lbs laptops but rather 2-4 lbs portable machines.

There is a good reason why the netbook market is expanding so fast: these gadgets are so portable. They are designed for folks who live a mobile way of life. If you are a traveling businessman or a college student, you can get your work done on your machine without having to worry about the weight. The market is expanding so fast and more alternatives are becoming available to the customers.

Since the market is young, most of these gadgets have a lot of in common. That's why you should pay extra attention to your netbook comparison process to find the one that is the best for you:

* Power: mobile ATOM CPUs are powerful and energy efficient. Most models come with N270 CPU while N280 is used on the most recent models.
* Portability: you certainly don't want to carry more than 3.5 lbs with these laptops.
* Battery Life: if you intend to use your laptop for too long, you should go for energy efficient netbooks that can go for 8 to 15 hours on a single charge.
* Display: the market started with smaller screens but now you can get screens as large as 12.1 inch (e.g. Dell Mini).
* Price: don't overpay for these devices. The market was built to provide price sensitive customers with more alternatives. Don't let manufacturers blur the lines between netbooks and high-end notebooks.

I suggest you start with Samsung, Asus, and HP machines and go from there. Come up with a list of 5 models that meet your criteria and try to narrow your choices from there. It may take you some time, but it's well worth it.