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ASUS Eee PC 2G Surf 900MHz Intel Celeron Mobile 353, 7-inch LCD
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Display
| Display size | 7 inches |
| Maximum resolution | 800 x 480 |
| Aspect ratio | 15:9 |
| Display type | Active Matrix LCD (TFT) |
Networking
| Included network card |
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Multimedia
| Video chipset | Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 |
| Video bus | PCI Express x16 |
| Video integration | Integrated |
Not Much RAM for Multitasking
The more RAM your laptop has, the faster programs will run and the greater number of windows you can work in at one time. If your needs are simple and you rarely do more than two things at once on your PC, the relatively modest amount of memory that comes installed in inexpensive laptops will be enough. Today the standard amount of RAM shipped in most PCs is 2GB. If you like to multitask--say, you want to launch a search for a file and start backing up data to a disc while you watch a news video--you need more memory.
Good for Doing Work on the Run
The small screen and light weight of this laptop put it in the ultraportable category. Ultraportables lack many of the features of larger laptops; they also have fewer ports and connections and sport smaller keyboards. Though the screen might be bright, its compact size will frustrate people who need a lot of space to work on big documents such as spreadsheets or desktop publishing files. Also, the smaller a laptop, the slower it tends to be; fast processors usually generate more heat than an ultraportable's thin case can dissipate. But many ultraportables offer outstanding battery life, and you can't beat the convenience of a PC small enough to stow in a backpack. If all you need is a way to surf, whip out e-mail, and do mainstream work on the run, an ultraportable may be perfect for you.
Supports SD Cards
Like most new laptops, this one has either a multiformat card reader or a dedicated slot that accepts an SD (Secure Digital) Card. More popular than Memory Stick, CompactFlash, and xD-Picture Card, SD is found in a large number of digital cameras, PDAs, printers, and other devices. SD Cards have built-in security functions to protect data, including music copyright protection. (The cards have a small write-protection switch on the side similar to that of a floppy disk.) The latest SD card, the microSDHC, is the tiniest flash memory card to date, measuring only 11mm across. It's also the fastest and roomiest, capable of holding up to 16GB of data.
Supports MultiMediaCards
Any laptop that can work with SD Cards can also take MultiMediaCards in its multiformat card reader. These small, thin cards look like their SD counterparts (and are often lumped into the same category), but the technology inside is different, as these cards lack SD's encryption and have only half the storage capacity. They're also slower. If security and speed are not critical issues for you, MultiMediaCard can be a cheaper alternative to the more popular SD; many devices that accept SD will also take the slightly thinner MultiMediaCard. Regardless, this laptop gives you the choice of using either format.
Linux OS Installed
Usually you find versions of this operating system installed on cost-effective, sub-$500 mini-notebooks. Linux's dedicated geek supporters say that it's far superior to Windows. However, you do need geek credentials to truly appreciate this alternative OS, which has existed since the early 1990s. Much more customizable than Windows--heck, you're required to use the command line from time to time--Linux can look and act just the way you want if you're a strong coder. Unlike Windows, it's free and it comes with its own effective antivirus software. And Linux computers make better servers for databases, Web sites, and games than Windows machines do. On the downside, it involves a steeper learning curve, and you must use alternatives to Windows software standbys such as Word and Excel. New hardware doesn't always work, either.
Be Wary of Battery Life Specs
Take the battery life you see advertised for any laptop with a grain of salt. Why? A few vendors still use unrealistic testing parameters in order to report the longest battery life possible. For example, a "tested" laptop simply might be turned on, with the screen brightness lowered to the darkest level, and allowed to run down without anyone touching it. When the laptop undergoes typical, everyday use--say, with the screen brightness turned up to a readable level and with the user working in several applications or playing a CD or DVD movie--its battery life could be much shorter than a vendor's claims.
Review Now! Already own it? Tell us What You Think
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Reviewed by: Benny357
Strengths: Small. Portable. Easy to read. Great software package...includes everything I really use on my desktop PC. Firefox, Google Docs, AVG free, Adobe, Open Office.
Weaknesses: None
Overall: I have to admit, this thing gets alot of use. Its just easy and there....powers up in seconds and I'm on the web. I can take it anywhere I go, conferences, vacation, etc. Connect to wireless and you're off. The screen size is constantly underestimated. I see lots of negatives in the reviews. I have a nintendo DS and that is smaller than this screen. You will not have a problem viewing web pages if your vision is up to date. I use the open office, its very smooth and straightforward.I initially had trouble editing ppt/google presentation files (font was too small), then I found the F11 key...works wonders!! It is even better for reviewing ppts before the big lecture or connecting to a big screen.All said and done though, I bought it for $280 shipped...it clearly performs at a higher level than many computer costing twice as much. I find myself using it more and more because it doesn't have all the fat to slow it down like vista. The linux really is straightforward. A child could use it. I've never used it before this, but it is intuitive. So don't let it scare you into XP.Congratulations, you are on your first step to true mobility!PS this entire review was written on my eee pc!!
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