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| DATE | 2009-04-21 |
| FROM | Robert Menes
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| SUBJECT | Re: [NYLXS - HANGOUT] Need advice on what type of laptop to get
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On Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 8:40 PM, Amy Coleman wrote:
> I need advice. My laptop is from December 2006. And well, its beginning to
> type backwards when I type. So I'm in search of a new toy. My lappie
> lasted me quite a few years but I need to be out of the old and in with
> the new. Too many memories on this one and want to close that chapter. So,
> tell me what laptops are good. I want a small one. Suggestions??
>
Hi Amy,
I personally own a new (early 2009) MacBook, and an Asus Eee PC.
My Asus runs Debian squeeze-testing, and everything works perfectly;
I originally installed lenny-stable and switched repos to squeeze.
Anyway, I would recommend the Asus for several reasons:
First, it's inexpensive (mine is the Model 1000 which goes for about $379).
Second, it's small and lightweight, with a 10" screen with 1024x600 resolution.
It weighs just under 3 pounds, and is about the size of a notebook.
Third, it's got good Linux support with Eeebuntu, Debian, Fedora, and more all
running without issues on it.
--Rob
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