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Can You Use Your Netbook For Your Business?

One of the main appeals of netbooks is that they are basically low-cost alternatives to desktop computers and regular-sized laptops. Priced within the $300 to $500, it is no wonder that everyone wants to have at least one netbook, but can you use it for business though?

The answer would definitely be a 'yes', especially if you don't have any issues using a computer with a smaller screen and an even smaller keyboard.

Most netbooks being sold are already pre-loaded with Windows XP Home or one version of Linux or another. What this means is that you can basically do basic office functions on your netbook because of pre-installed office software like MS Office on Windows XP and Open Office on Linux.

If you have an Asus Eee PC netbook, you can supplement your existing office suite by downloading useful office software like the photo editing software GIMP, page design software Scribus, double-entry accounting software KMyMoney, and the label maker Glabels.

If you are running a small office or a home-based business (and thus have three other computers in your possession), connect your computers with Windows XP using the Network Setup Wizard. Ideally, your computers should all be running on Windows XP.

Networking your computers can be summed up in these steps:

1. Take note of your computer's location and hardware.

2. If you are sharing the Internet connection, choose which computer will be your Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) host. This should be your most powerful computer (not necessarily your netbook).

3. Choose whether you want to network through Ethernet LAN or Wireless LAN. You will need to install a Network Interface Card (NIC) in each computer. If you opt for Ethernet LAN you need to run cabling between the computers.

4. Run the Network Setup Wizard on your ICS host computer.

5. Run the Network Setup Wizard on the other computers. There are many advantages to networking your netbook, along with other computers, if you are running a business. One main advantage is that you can share printers and drives between computers. You also eliminate the need for transferring files through CDs or flash disk, thus minimizing the risk of virus infection from computer to computer. You also get to save up on storage space since you can work on a shared file, yet store it only in one computer.

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Notebook Vs Netbook - Performance Or Portability

Notebook, or laptop, is a portable computer that normally have :

Screen size : 12 Inch and up
Processor : Intel Pentium Dual-Core,Core 2 Duo or AMD Turion X2
Graphics : Integrated or External Graphic Card, from Intel GMA x3100 to AMD Mobility HD 3870X2
Weight : 1.9kg and up

Netbook, a smaller variant of notebook, 1st poineered by Asus with their release of Asus Eee PC 700,and now laptop companies such as Acer and MSI released their own netbooks (Acer aspire one and MSI wind respectively), have :

Screen size : 12 Inch max
Processor : VIA C7 1.2GHz, Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz or AMD Geode 800MHz
Graphics : Integrated Graphic Card, mostly Intel GMA 900 or 950
Weight : 1.1kg and below

1st, let's compare the screen size. With notebook screen size normally hovers around 14.1 to 15.4 inch, you can have a good movie viewing pleasure and don't have to squint your eyes just to see some text. With screen size 12 inch and lower, you might have a hard time typing documents in your netbook.

2nd, the processor. It is a very important part or consideration because it process the website content. The faster the processor, the faster the page loads. If you normally surf around the YouTube (which is heavy in javascript and flash) then you will know that loading that website takes longer than sites such as wikipedia or forums. With a slow processor, you browser might suddenly hangs if you opened too much tabs. The netbook cpu can't even handle 1080p movie and it will shutter all the way till the end.

3rd, the graphic card. If your primary concern is playing games, you can skip the netbook altogether as their graphic are really really lame. Some claim that they install World of Warcraft inside their netbook, but with lame graphic card and small screen, how are you ever gonna enjoy playing that game. On the other hand, notebook have better graphic card than netbook even in the low-end section. They can handle World of Warcraft and other older games easily without breaking a sweat literally.

4th, the weight. This is where the netbook really shines. With their low weight (and small screen), they are truly fit the definition of portability. Thier weight are almost half of the notebook weight, which is a good thing if you're not into bodybuilding. Coupled with their power adapter, the max weight might be only 1.5kg.

In the end, it all boils down to you. Which one you prefer the most. If you like to play games or watch movies, notebook is the way to go. If you surf the web more often and type short documents, netbook is you choice. Be warned that netbook keyboard is really small and not suitable for long-term typing.

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