2008 Trend: Netbook OS Linux to XP
Back in January of this year, the netbooks available were almost exclusively Asus Eee PCs. In the beginning, they all ran Linux. By year end, the netbook market segment is dominated by Microsoft. What happened?
How Acer Became The Top Netbook Maker
Back around the middle of this past year, the netbook marketplace really began to buzz as the launch dates of the second-generation netbooks was nearing. MSI was garnering a major chunk of the mind share with the Wind Netbook receiving rave reviews. Meanwhile, Asus was busy announcing new Eee PC models at a dizzying pace. Acer was preparing to introduce the Aspire One; however, while the reviews were favorable, it was getting a lot less buzz.
Fast forward to now (year-end) where the Acer Aspire One is king of the netbooks. How did they do it?
Wishing All A Merry Christmas
Over the past month or so, we have shifted gears from primarily providing netbook news and information to searching and reporting on the best deals on netbooks. At times we became almost obsessive in keeping our price comparison charts current and relaying the best deals to you.
We had a lot of fun in doing this. [...]
Last Minute Netbook Bargains
If you are still looking to purchase a netbook as a Christmas gift - and you are looking for a bargain, then here are some last minute deals.
BuyDig.com is offering a great deal on the Acer Aspire One 8G Linux 8.9-inch Netbook - (AOA110-1295) for only $279.
If you are seeking an Asus Eee PC 900 [...]
Fortune Calls Netbook Explosion Top 2009 Trend
Earlier today, Stephanie Mehta posted an article named ‘4 tech predictions for 2009′ on the Fortune Magazine website. The first prediction listed for the new year concerns netbooks.
The computer industry now ships more portable computers such as laptops than desktops, and an increasingly important part of the mix will be mini-notebook computers, known as netbooks. [...]
Aspire One: Wake Up Wireless Connections
My Linux-based Acer Aspire One has an issue that has nagged me for a while. When I leave the netbook idle, it goes to sleep. When I resume, everything awakens just fine, except the Network Manager. The icon in the system tray is gone - and my wireless connections are still sleeping.
I [...]
Holiday Netbook Bargains - Number 1
If you’ve been following along, I’ve been assisting you holiday shoppers by sharing the results of my search for the best netbook deals. I’ve already posted numbers five, four, three and two.
But here is the best deal of all.
If you are planning to give a netbook as a gift, you not only want to [...]
Holiday Netbook Bargains - Number 2
I’ve researched all the great deals on netbooks for this holiday season. So if your are planning to give someone (maybe even yourself) a netbook as a holiday gift, then pay attention!
I’ve already given you bargains five, four and three. Here is number two:
The MSI Wind U100 is a really nice netbook. [...]
Holiday Netbook Bargains - Number 3
I’m helping those who are planning to give a netbook as a gift this holiday season by sharing the best netbook deals that I have found on the Internet. I’ve already posted numbers five and four.
Number three bargain is the Eee PC 1000HA. This model is a cut above most other netbooks. [...]
Holiday Netbook Bargains - Number 4
With the holidays around the corner, a netbook makes a fine gift. To help you save money while giving, I’ve scoured the Internet for the best deals. I’m counting down the five best. I’ve already posted number five. Here is number four:
Dell is offering an additional 9% off their entire Inspiron [...]