From the processor to RAM, HD display, optical drive, connectivity ports, things keep changing in the world of notebooks. And with the introduction of Intel's Atom processor in 2008, mobile computing devices have seen a new avatar in the form of netbooks. We do a comprehensive lowdown on this most important component for Mobile Computing, to help you choose the right one.rnBefore we start dissecting the vital elements of a notebook, we want to remind the uninitiated about the key difference between netbooks and laptops. While both look the same, they are purposefully built for different needs. Laptops are powerful computing devices and can be used for running heavy software while netbooks on the other hand are meant to support basic productivity tasks such as browsing, email, running office apps, etc. You can't run any complex application on them so if you are a professional working with a large organization, these are not meant for you. With this important clarification, we now get to the key parameters that should be kept in mind before you shell out your money.
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