Thursday, October 7, 2010

Laptop, Notebook, or Netbook?

What is the difference between these three types of portable computers?

Many people believe that a laptop and a notebook are exactly the same. The names are often used interchangeably and are thought to mean the same thing. But as explained here, there are differences between a laptop and notebook.

A notebook is similar to a laptop, but it is smaller (12" to 14" screens), does not have a CD/DVD drive, has a slower processor, and has a low end graphics card. As a result, the battery life is usually much better than a laptop.

So when shopping for a laptop/notebook don't worry so much about what the name says. Pay more attention to what hardware the system has.

A netbook is similar to the notebook with the exception of a smaller screen (usually 8" to 12") and an even slower processor. But, like the notebook, netbook's have a low end graphic card and a long lasting battery.

So make sure you know what requirements you have (portablility, battery life, screen size, etc.) and shop around for the best option. There are plenty out there.

Brendan
- The Man Behind the Curtain

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