If you're looking for a portable, light, and functional computer, but don't need a computer to do a lot in terms of processing or computing, you should consider a netbook. Netbooks are ultra light computers. They are relatively bare-bones, so don't expect them to do a lot. Netbooks aren't for »

In 2007, it was the year of the netbook. Now, the iPad—and the many “me too” imitators—are the latest mobile gizmo fad. In terms of functionality and price, these two devices have some significant overlap. They both run in the $299 to $399 range, they are both designed for mostly »

A netbook is a subnotebook—a kind of laptop that is designed for basic web surfing and accessing other web applications. Unlike full featured desktops, netbooks are meant primarily for online activity, such as emailing, visiting webpages, watching videos online, chatting and accessing other online content. Because of this, a netbook »

Recently, Google launched its Chrome notebook pilot program. Google is shipping out their unbranded laptops with their very own Google Chrome OS loaded up to a few lucky testers who will see what a Chromium-powered netbook can really do. To those who haven’t followed Google’s quest for reinventing the operating »

Netbooks were once novelty items. Those days are long gone. Netbook manufacturers have seen a rise in the sale of these miniature laptops across the board. As it turns out, consumers are now purchasing netbooks as a sort of laptop or desktop computer companion. When a laptop proves too big »