There are so many options nowadays for purchasing a new computer. Do you want something to take on the road? Or something to sit at your desk with? Or take on the train? Or carry in your brief case? There's much more available than just a desktop or laptop these days, but which is best for you?
Netbook computers are like mini laptops, primarily meant for travel, and smaller and lighter than laptops. Netbooks have no CD or DVD drive built in, have less storage space, and have less computing power, though generally are less expensive and used for basic computing, like Internet surfing and word processing.
Netbook Tablet Convertible
A laptop computer is primarily mobile and meant to sit on your lap or even to keep in one place for an extended period of time without the commitment of a desktop. Laptops are meant to replace desktops in mobility, structure and size. They aren't meant to be easy to travel with per say, but rather a convenience as a mobile device when compared to a desktop. A notebook computer is simply just another name for a laptop.
A tablet computer is a conveniently compact, single screen device used with the touch of your finger or a stylus pen. Tablets are generally used for basic gaming, movie watching, doodling, reading, social media, and basic e-mailing. The tablet market is stuck in the midst of a popularity battle with companies like Microsoft, Google, and Blackberry against the famous MAC tablet, the iPad.
Competing Tablets vs iPad. Some say there's no contest when comparing other tablets to the iPad as if the iPad is in a league of its own. That may be true, but why are so many people torn when shopping for a tablet?
A convertible laptop is a laptop that transforms from a standard laptop into a touch screen tablet by twisting and flipping the laptop screen to hide the full keyboard underneath leaving just the use of the screen for use with your fingers or a stylus pen.
Desktop vs Laptop. Easily said, a desktop computer stays in one place and is basically the ultimate commitment, but allows a larger, more powerful system to be used since the cost associated with mobility is not a factor. While a laptop is meant for mobility when convenient, some features, like hardware upgrade options, are sacrificed.
The all-in-one desktop generally has similar components to a laptop, using the smaller versions of a hard drive, USB outlets, optical drive, and any other devices all enclosed or located within the computer monitor eliminating the need for a CPU tower. The all-in-one desktop comes with a full keyboard and is used just like a regular desktop, but it generally has less storage and memory when compared to a full desktop. The elimination of the CPU is a great space saver.
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Dell Inspiron Duo Convertible Tablet Marlin Blue with Intel Dual Core 1.5GHz, 10.1" Multi-touch Screen with WebCam, 2GB DDR3 Memory, 320GB Hard Drive, Windows 7 Home Premium Feature
- Inspiron duo (Inspiron 1090) English US FT, Intel N550 Dual Core, 1.5GHz, 2 x 512K L2 Cache
- 2GB DDR3 1333MHz RAM - Runs at 800MHz, 320G, 2.5inch, 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
- 10.1 inch display (1366x768) with Touch Screen, Built-in 1.3 megapixel Webcam
- Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium, Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, Video Integrated Intel NM10
- Color: Marlin Blue, 29WHr Lithium-Ion Battery (4-cell)
Dell Inspiron Duo Convertible Tablet Marlin Blue with Intel Dual Core 1.5GHz, 10.1" Multi-touch Screen with WebCam, 2GB DDR3 Memory, 320GB Hard Drive, Windows 7 Home Premium Overview
Converts to your needs - The unique flip-hinge design enables seamless transition between touch and type modes. Sometimes you want to touch. Sometimes you need to type. With the new touch-sensitive, Flash-capable Inspiron duo convertible tablet, you can do both in style. The innovative flip design lets you switch from touch to type in seconds. Listen to music, use as an alarm clock or view your photos with the Inspiron duo Audio Station. Read books, watch movies and play games on the 10-inch high-definition (HD) display. Picture perfect - Experience superb visuals on the 10.1-inch HD multitouch display.Dimensions & WeightWidth: 11.22" (285.0mm),Height: 1.03" (26.2mm) front - 1.13" (28.7mm) back,Depth: 7.66" (194.5mm),Starting weight of 3.39 lbs (1.54Kg)Available In Stock. |
