What is the panels verdict on this netbook?

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PAH replied

7 May 2011, 08:36
Originally posted by Sysman View Post

First have a look at what Win 7 Starter doesn't give you

Starter edition doesn't look that bad for a netbook. Can't see much on that list that I would miss or can't be added by a third party (DVD playback, despite a netbook not having an optical drive).

Can always upgrade to Home Premium for 42 quid (via Amazon) if necessary.

Microsoft Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade, Starter to Home Premium (Licence only): Amazon.co.uk: Software

The only thing that I don't like about my netbook is the screen resolution is a bit too low in the vertical, so lots of scrolling just to read a typical web page. IE or Chrome full screen browsing mode (via F11) helps a lot though.

They are great for casual surfing while not really watching the TV. Much the same as the iPad, but at least with Windows you have more control and storage space.
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d000hg replied

6 May 2011, 16:40
Originally posted by TestMangler View Post

Christ, can all the currently working contractors chip in a tenner and buy Wilmslow a proper netbook ???

http://forums.contractoruk.com/gener...long-25-a.html
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TestMangler replied

6 May 2011, 16:39
Originally posted by Wilmslow View Post

I am a permie Was a contractor before the recession though!

Ruled out Ipad on grounds of cost, stupid apps for everything and very limited storage - over 100GB on a netbook for storing plus a decent keyboard outstrips the ipad in that respect.

May well wait until Ipad3 comes out.

Christ, can all the currently working contractors chip in a tenner and buy Wilmslow a proper netbook ???
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Wilmslow replied

6 May 2011, 16:30
Originally posted by TestMangler View Post

Wilmslow, a contractor would NEVER buy from eMachines. Please see the 'banning poor people' thread.

Council house chavs and gypos get eMachines on instant credit for Christmas.

HTH

I am a permie Was a contractor before the recession though!

Ruled out Ipad on grounds of cost, stupid apps for everything and very limited storage - over 100GB on a netbook for storing plus a decent keyboard outstrips the ipad in that respect.

May well wait until Ipad3 comes out.
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TestMangler replied

6 May 2011, 16:25
Originally posted by Wilmslow View Post

My home Dell laptop is dying, so after a replacement.

Instead of another laptop, was thinking of a netbook as a lot more travel friendly, and who really needs a cd drive these days?

Looks like a reasonable spec for a decent price, but open to offers, so to speak.....

Amazon.co.uk: Customer Reviews: eMachines E350 10.1 inch Netbook (Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz, 1GB, 160GB, WLAN, Webcam, Win 7 Starter) - Black

Wilmslow, a contractor would NEVER buy from eMachines. Please see the 'banning poor people' thread.

Council house chavs and gypos get eMachines on instant credit for Christmas.

HTH
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AtW replied

6 May 2011, 16:11
Originally posted by OwlHoot View Post

Another iSheep

Baaaaaah

I can't get one - not in stock, it's worse than buying a sofa!!!
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Sysman replied

6 May 2011, 16:08
Originally posted by Wilmslow View Post

My home Dell laptop is dying, so after a replacement.

Instead of another laptop, was thinking of a netbook as a lot more travel friendly, and who really needs a cd drive these days?

Looks like a reasonable spec for a decent price, but open to offers, so to speak.....

Amazon.co.uk: Customer Reviews: eMachines E350 10.1 inch Netbook (Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz, 1GB, 160GB, WLAN, Webcam, Win 7 Starter) - Black

First have a look at what Win 7 Starter doesn't give you
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OwlHoot replied

6 May 2011, 16:05
Originally posted by AtW View Post

Netbooks are so last year.

Get an iPad!

Another iSheep

Baaaaaah
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d000hg replied

6 May 2011, 15:47
Originally posted by scooterscot View Post

So not a Mac.

Incidentally, for how long did you own the Dell?

Mac don't make netbooks. I would love one of those new Air machines though.
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Spacecadet replied

6 May 2011, 15:38
Originally posted by scooterscot View Post

Incidentally, for how long did you own the Dell?

WHS... If it's running hot it might just need a proper clean rather than replacing.
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scooterscot replied

6 May 2011, 15:33
So not a Mac.

Incidentally, for how long did you own the Dell?
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AtW replied

6 May 2011, 15:20
Netbooks are so last year.

Get an iPad!
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Wilmslow started a topic What is the panels verdict on this netbook?

6 May 2011, 15:10
What is the panels verdict on this netbook?

My home Dell laptop is dying, so after a replacement.

Instead of another laptop, was thinking of a netbook as a lot more travel friendly, and who really needs a cd drive these days?

Looks like a reasonable spec for a decent price, but open to offers, so to speak.....

Amazon.co.uk: Customer Reviews: eMachines E350 10.1 inch Netbook (Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz, 1GB, 160GB, WLAN, Webcam, Win 7 Starter) - Black
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