Netbooks: Yes, thanks!
Perhaps you’ve seen them in an electronics store near you… they look like a laptop, but are significantly smaller. They’re called “netbooks”, and unlike previous attempts and creating ultra portable computers, these seem to be catching on in a major way.
I have an Acer Aspire One, with built in 3G. There was a deal going at Radio Shack where you get the Acer for $99 if you sign up for a wireless data plan with AT&T. Committing to a 2-year contract is a turn off for most, but for me it was nobig deal. It gets used quite regularly so it’s well worth it for us.
I only say us because the handiness of it has grown on my wife. I had initially bought it for myself since wifey was using the laptop more and more. While the keyboard on the Acer seemed too small for her at first, she got used to of and often takes it to work with her I get through the dull times during the day.
I’m not so much of a gadget and tech freak that I can spit out a bunch of tidbits, factoids, statistics, and that sort of jibber-jabber regarding whether or not netbooks are anything more than a passing fad or if there’re here to stay. I just know that while they’re not for everyone, it’s a great fit for me. Try one for yourself and see if it’s right for you.
