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Originally Posted by travelbug
Regarding Windows XP Home -- I don't really even know the difference between this and Windows 7 (yes, I'm that clueless!) but I've been told that I should go for XP. As long as I can get into my pet programs and the internet, I'd be happy.
I guess what I'd love to know is this: is there a netbook out there with a good battery life, a comfortable keyboard (according to you), which is nice and light that stands out above the competition? Any brands to gravitate towards or stay away from?
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1)For netbook usage...there is no difference between WindowsXP and W7. W7 simply has prettier screens. Personally, either OS will be fine for your netbook but DO NOT GET Windows 7
STARTER edition.
2)Personally I hate HP...will never buy anything in the world that has their logo on it. I speak for a few other friends and peers, too.
3)The good news is that you have many netbooks to choose from. The bad news is, you have many netbooks to choose from.
For a general use user like yourself, you're going to have to buy what you like. Specs are really not a big thing for you. The only advice I would offer is to buy a netbook that is no older than 6 months old (meaning, when was the Street Date it began selling? should not be older than say August 1, 2009).
4)Have you looked at Samsung? My dad bought one (chose it all by himself) and he loves it. He bought it June 2009 so I do not recall what the model # is.