NETBOOK, a new trend in mobile world
In the present information technology era, a computer is not only a must-have, it has become part of our lives. What would be your preference : a desktop personal computer (PC) or a notebook that you can take with you wherever you go ?
Interestingly, the prices of the notebook computer have dropped even though its capability is better than the previous generation.
Or, perhaps, you want something cheaper than a note book ? Today there is new series of personal computers known as netbooks. Well, a netbook is a notebook that is smaller in size and cheaper in price.
It is Intel that introduced the term netbook. Aside from introducing the netbook, Intel has also introduced another term : a nettop. A netbook is a smaller version of a notebook while a nettop is a smaller version of a desktop computer.
Netbooks and nettops have been launched to allow people in developing countries easier access to computers. It is understandable that netbook has become a new trend in the mobile world, given the fact that this gadget is capable of meeting the expectations of the users : it is equal to a laptop in terms of its capability and it is on a par with a cellular gadget in terms of mobility because of its size.
One of the keys to the success of a mini laptop of this type is its price. A limited budget does not pose a problem as most similar products are indeed sold at a low price. The cheapest type is sold at below Rp 3 million. A model with more complete features are sold at prices ranging between Rp 3 million and Rp 6 million.
Aside from the price, the advantage of a netbook lies in its features. The feature of a netbook is just like those of a laptop. Netbook is also integrated with Wi-Fi, the Ethernet and also uses a modem to make it easier for the users to get connected to the internet. A netbook also uses a modern operational system such as Windows XP, Windows Vista or Linux.
It is true that the technology adopted by a netbook differs from the technology used by a notebook. The technology used by a netbook is still lower than the the technology used by a notebook. This is the consequence of its smaller size. And of course this will have an impact on its performance.
