Laptop or Netbook?

If you’re trying to decide between a laptop and a netbook – ask yourself these questions...

New and improved netbooks are giving pricier laptops a run for their money – so which one should you choose? Cisco Cheng of PC Magazine says ask yourself these questions to help you decide:

• Do you type a lot? If so you might be better off with a full size laptop. Most netbook keyboards are about 10% smaller and can take some getting used to.

• Do you have a need for speed? Hold off on the netbook for a few months. A lot of netbook models will offer 30% more power and speed within the next year.

• Do you need an internal DVD/CD player? Those are standard on laptops – but missing on netbooks.

Netbooks weigh about half of what a standard laptop does – and they cost hundreds less. They also have much longer battery life. If you’re the type that likes to trade up often with newer technology – you’re better off spending less now – something even better will be here soon.