Netbook Laptop Computers

Netbook Laptop Computers

Laptop Computers: The Pros and Cons

Laptop computers have been around a long time and many of us use them. However, for those of you who are wondering what they're all about and are deciding if you should get one, here's some information that should help. 

Whether you already own a desktop computer and want some additional mobility, or are about to purchase your first computer and are comparing laptops to desktops, here are my pros and cons about laptops. 

First, let's talk about what a laptop computer is in relation to this article. A laptop is a portable computing device that can comfortably fit on the user's lap. Notebooks, usually thinner and lighter, but with full functionality, and netbooks, smaller and lighter than a notebook with functionality limitations, also fit nicely in this definition. However, for the purpose of this article, I'll discuss the full-function laptop. And for those of you who're just getting involved in using computers...adventurous souls all; this genre of computers has a built-in display screen, keyboard, and pointing device (touch pad). The processor and memory are contained inside and below the keyboard and the device has a hinge whereby the display folds down onto the keyboard for travel and to protect it. While there are variations on this configuration; this is the basic design. Okay...enough background already! 

The Pros

The advantage of using a laptop vs. a desktop computer is mobility, mobility, mobility. Its light weight, size and portability allow us to use it in almost any location we wish. 

Because of this mobility we are much more productive, in that we can use it outside our home or office at times when we normally wouldn't have access to our desktop. In fact, this portability allows us to have immediate access to information and applications at any time we choose. 

Another attribute of this mobility factor is being able to connect to the Internet using wireless technology and therefore have access to the latest information at all times. This capability is made possible by either being in close proximity to a wireless Internet connection or use a cellular broadband-based wireless connection plugged into the laptop. 

The Cons

All good things have a down side and laptops have a set of weaknesses inherent in their design. 

Their mobility, with all it's advantages, causes them to be vulnerable to damage from being dropped, sat upon, stepped on, rained upon, and run over by a car...yes, I have had that happen by a user at work who supposedly sat the laptop on the parking lot surface while searching for her keys and then jumped in the car and proceeded to back over it. 

Laptops can also be stolen very easily...possibly due to their superior mobility, light weight and small size. Seriously, they are much easier to steal. They can be hidden with little effort and are easily carried. While we're talking about breaking the law...laptops, because of the personal information that is usually stored on them, are worth many times the price of the computer to criminals involved in identity theft. 

On a technical note, laptops are not easily upgraded with faster processors, more memory, etc. in comparison to desktop computers. And finally, laptops usually cost more than desktops for the same performance level. In other words, laptops can for the most part be configured with the same performance enhancing processors, memory, graphic cards, etc. as a desktop, but at a higher price. However, if you're using the laptop for Internet browsing and office productivity (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.) you'll not need a super-powered machine. 

Conclusion

In my opinion, the laptop's advantages far outweigh the disadvantages. That having been said, we should make every effort to avoid/cope with the effects of the disadvantages. I know...that sounds obvious and gratuitous, but remember the person who backed her car over her laptop; and just be careful and enjoy using yours.

About the Author

Paul Lubic is a seasoned IT guy who's used computers at home for many years. He uses his blog site to pass on lots of valuable information that you can use in your home computing endeavors. 

Paul has been in the information technology field for over 40 years and has held positions as programmer, IT Security Manager, and Chief Information Officer. His great love is in cyber-security where he has worked with the U.S. Commonwealth of Virginia in the area of cyber-terror prevention and preparedness.

Check back often to see what he's up to at Paul's Home Computing Blog at http://www.paulshomecomputingblog.wordpress.com .

Remember, home computing is a blast…keep it productive and enjoyable. Paul E. Lubic, Jr. paulshomecomputing@yahoo.com

The 7" Mini Netbook Laptop?

I bought this laptop, but need a replacement charger. The company won't send me a new one. Where can I buy this specific charger?
Power Source:
Input: AC 110 - 240V, 50/60Hz
Output:9V 1.5A
The picture of the charger is on the last picture:

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Well you can get universal chargers at wal mart for about $70-$100 or you could fix the one you have. All you have to do is just find the short and cut it out. Then strip the main coating off. Now the way most of them are set up is that the negative is wrapped around the coated positive. So unwrap the negative and then strip the positives coating and then separate the positve. Then do this on the other half of the wire. When you done connect the positives together then solder or tape them together (if you solder then you will still need to use tape to cover it up so the negative doesn't hit the positive. Then connect your negative and again solder or tape it together. Then just wrap tape around the two wires (remember the positive needs to have coating on it like tape so that the two don't make contact) so that way it looks just like one wire. Pretty simple I really recommend soldering as it holds together much better. If you only use tape you will probably have to do it again eventually. I have done this many times and to be honest it is pretty simple to do. Not much more difficult than putting an extension on speaker wire.

Acer AS5253-BZ684 15.6-Inch Notebook Laptop

 

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