Asus Eee PC 900 (white, Windows XP)
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CNET product brief
This configuration of the ASUSTek Asus Eee PC 900 is a 2.2-pound, ultra compact notebook computer.
Compared to other ultra light notebooks on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $560.
Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.
Specs:
Processor:
Intel Celeron M (900 MHz);
RAM installed:
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM;
Weight:
2.2 lbs
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Price range:
$417.99 - $431.99
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Processor:
Intel Celeron M (900 MHz)
RAM installed:
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM
Weight:
2.2 lbs
Display:
8.9 in TFT active matrix
OS provided:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Chipset type:
Intel 910GML Express
Description:
This configuration of the ASUSTek Asus Eee PC 900 is a 2.2-pound, ultra compact notebook computer.
Compared to other ultra light notebooks on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $560.
Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.
Pros:
None noted, given available product data.
Cons:
The ASUSTek Asus Eee PC 900 comes with basic word processing software – if you often create complex documents you will likely need to upgrade to a full-fledged
office suite
.
Suitability:
A ultra compact notebook, suited for traveling light.
If you have a
wireless network
at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.
Value:
Given its very inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.
Generally, while it won't impress at LAN-parties, this item may be just the ticket for a buyer on a tight budget.
Suggestions:
(1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a
wireless access point
for your home, so that you can browse the Web more conveniently from any room.
(2) For help in deciding if this is the right computer for you, see CNET's
buying guide for notebooks
.
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