What is a Netbook computer and why would I want one?

A Netbook computer is a usually very small laptop computer with limited power and devices, that connects to the Internet and allows you surf the web. They are cheap price wise, ranging anywhere from $250 and up. They don't come with CD/DVD drives built in because they are designed for their size, price, and browsing the Web plain and simple.

With the advent of downloading things such as music, videos, pictures etc, all being able to be done on the Internet now, manufactures are finding that not everyone may need a CD drive or a DVD burner. Netbook computer reflect this by not having a CD/DVD drive on them. Again their purpose is for the Internet, and basic PC functions, storage of pics, music, video.


If you only use your computer, for downloading music, working with pictures, surfing the internet, using email, a Netbook computer may be just the thing for you. Just be aware that is has limitations as to what it can do. If you like to burn CD's or DVD's or play games or watch DVD's on your Laptop then you should NOT buy a Netbook Computer. Depending on what you use a computer for and want to use it for in the future will dictate what kind of PC you should buy.

Netbook computers are another example of bridging the gap between the PC and the phone. Iphone's are an excellent example of this on the Phone side. Both of these devices and their technological trends are heading towards each other and it should be exciting to see what happens in the next couple of years with this.

For me personally, I would not get a Netbook as I use my PC to watch DVD's, Burn CD's, and for work purposes I need a higher end machine with more storage and power. However for someone such as a grandparent who only uses the PC for email and pictures of the grand kids or to look for recipes, a Netbook is the perfect way to spend a few dollars and get a new PC that will exactly fit your specific needs.


Pro's and Con's starting with the Pro's

1. Price $$$
2. Size
3. Internet Access
4. Lightweight
5. Regular Operating System such as Windows 7 or Vista
6. Portable

And now the Con's

1. No CD/DVD drives (no watching DVD's or listening to CD's)
2. Underpowered as opposed to regular Laptops or Desktop PC's
3. No playing of games that require a CD/DVD drive or require a high end video card.
4. Possibility of having to upgrade some component of it in the future if the need arises.


Before considering whether or not to purchase a Netbook, always ask yourself this question. What do I want to use my PC for now, and what might I want to use it for in the future? By answering this question you can easily make the decision about whether or not a Netbook is the right purchase for you. Thanks for reading and have a great rest of the week.

Steve
www.zolexpc.com