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To: wbmw who wrote (257480)12/21/2008 6:39:32 AM
From: tecate78732Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 275872
 
A review of a netbook and why this user finds is helpful.

pcmag.com

You'll never see one of these devices without built-in Wi-Fi, and EV-DO is an even better option. You have to be able to log on anywhere. When I was sitting in JFK Airport and cruising JetBlue's free wireless network at 54 megabits per second, I couldn't have been happier. I had e-mail, AIM, Web access, and I even managed to stay up on Twitter. The only giveaway to my co-workers that I was traveling was my darkened office.

Thing is, continual connectivity is just as important in a traditional



To: wbmw who wrote (257480)12/21/2008 12:04:51 PM
From: combjellyRead Replies (1) | Respond to of 275872
 
"Otherwise, most of this conversation is past the point where I can have a two way conversation with you."

I agree. It is pretty clear it is just a religious issue with you.

"9mm2 under which configuration? "

As I stated, the Cortex A8.

"Here's a 10" Atom and Windows XP based Eee PC for $349.99 after rebate ($389.99 before), and it includes 1GB of memory and a 160GB drive."

My point. You can find plenty of decent laptops with larger screens, more powerful processors and a better array of features for maybe $150 more. Now granted, it wouldn't have the battery life, but it would have a DVD drive.