netbook

BenQ Joybook U101 netbook unveiled

Topix - Linux  Mon, 12/01/2008 - 19:44

BenQ has released the Joybook U101 netbook in Taiwan, this system features a 10.1" LCD display with 16:9 aspect ration, 1024 x 576 pixel resolution and 8ms response time.


 

LG GP08NU10 slimline portable DVD writer

Topix - Linux  Mon, 12/01/2008 - 03:02

Decent spec portable DVD writer that's well priced for netbook and MacBook Air buyers.


 

Mandriva's Netbook world summit

Digg Linux/Unix upcoming  Sun, 11/30/2008 - 09:50

On December 1st, the first international conference dedicated to the Netbook market will be held in Paris at the Maison de la Chimie.

The conference, organized by Mandriva, takes place within the scope of the Open World Forum.


 

Data Doctors: 'Netbooks' travel even lighter than laptops

Topix - Linux  Sat, 11/29/2008 - 19:38

A: A netbook is a small, inexpensive computer designed primarily as a communication device on the Internet.


 

Installing Ubuntu 8.10 on the Dell Mini

Ubuntu-News.net  Sat, 11/29/2008 - 02:30

After working with this netbook for a month or so I decided I really wanted something a bit more..well, non-Microsoft.

I debated about putting Apple OSX on it as some folks have reported as being able to do but there was also problems reported with this as well.

So I decided to put the recently released Ubuntu 8.10 on it.


 

Indamixx Studio offers Linux-based netbook

Digg Linux/Unix upcoming  Fri, 11/28/2008 - 02:43

If you’re a big audiophile and are in the market for a netbook, we might just have something for you that fits the bill.

The Indamixx Laptop offers up a ton of pre-installed audio software on a Linux-based OS and the entire system falls under $500.


 

Asustek to unveil $200 Eee PC netbook in Q1 next year

Topix - Linux  Thu, 11/27/2008 - 07:40

November 27, 2008, 07:28 AM - - Asustek Computer plans to unveil a new Eee PC netbook that costs just US$200 in the first quarter of next year, a company representative said Thursday.


 

Lenovo Ideapad S10e netbook

Digg Linux/Unix upcoming  Thu, 11/27/2008 - 03:13

Lenovo launched their new IdeaPad S10e, a 10-inch netbook with LED backlit display weighing less than 1.2kg.

The S10e features Instant On, which allows users to do basic tasks like web browsing & checking their email & is powered by Intel Atom CPU.

You can choose from a range of operating systems including Novell SLED 10 Linux.


 

Dell Inspiron Mini 9 netbook PC, $299

Topix - Linux  Thu, 11/27/2008 - 00:50

Just about everyone seems to be making a small, slim netbook these days. Stop by the Dell store to check out this 9-inch model, which has a 1.6MHz Intel Atom processor, 512MB of RAM, and a 4GB SSD.


 

The complete Christmas shopper's guide to Linux-based netbooks

Linux Today  Wed, 11/26/2008 - 15:33

The Linux Distillery: "Give a gift of a netbook this year; I will be. These ultra-light computing devices are versatile, affordable and appealing.

But which one to buy? Should you pay more for a laptop? What are the pros and cons between different models?

Never fear, here's how to work your way through the morass and buy with confidence!"