Introduction to the Netbook

The netbook is actually a smaller version of the laptop, it is essentially used primarily as a means for accessing the internet. With the netbook you can sent emails, play online video and games, listen to music and create documents (wordprocessing). Netbooks are not nearly as expensive as the laptop, because their processors are not nearly as fast. The netbook also has no CD Rom or DVD Rom drives. If you need additional data, you will need to download it from the Internet or buy a portable USB drive.

The netbook is a great tool for many different kinds of people, as it is extremely portable and convenient. It is prefered by students who need a means for taking notes, doing reports and homework, as well as checking their email. It is a great way to stay on top of your assignments and stay organized in school. Business people also find the netbook exceptionally convenient, when they are traveling or are away from their regular computer, the netbook is an easy way to access their computers and tell them information pertaining to business needs, they can also send emails to other employees about pressing business matters that they can't take care of themselves. Children also love the netbook, as it is great for games and videos, sending emails to grandmother or just surfing the internet, without paying the cost of a larger, more complicated computer system.

A netbook has many features that make it even more useful to those who have one. To begin with it is very small, the screen is usually between 7 - 10 inches, which is very small compared to normal laptops. They also have 2 or more USB ports when you need to add on additional equipment. Many feature a webcam that allows you to talk to your family members or see your friends while you are online. They have speakers built-in so you can hear your favorite music and for surfing the web, your netbook has Wi Fi capabilities.