In the world of electronics, netbooks are a newer technology that people are starting to embrace. They are becoming so popular these days that they are starting to take a lot of market share. Because of their small size and portability, consumers are buying these and using them while on the go. Unfortunately, not ever consumer out there fully understands what the difference is between a netbook and a notebook or laptop. Because of this, there are some problems arising.

Even in certain tech circles, there are ongoing debates as to the differences in portable computing devices. The general perception among consumers is that all portable computers are laptops. This is just not the case. Some consumers who have purchased a netbook computer where disappointed and experienced buyer’s remorse because they expected it to have the same functionality and capability of a traditional laptop.

The appeal of a netbook is the price. And when a consumer sees a “laptop” that costs $300 and a “laptop” that costs $900, they’ll choose the $300 model and assume that it will be “good enough.” The fact of the matter, though, is that the affordable price of a netbook computer comes at the reduction in features and functionality. When a consumer finds out that they are getting exactly what they paid for (a scaled down laptop), they can be a little disappointed.

The key here is to understand the purpose of netbooks before a purchase is made. What is the difference between a notebook and a netbook, and is it really all that significant?

Netbooks are mini laptops that are designed for people to access the internet wherever they may be. They have small keyboards and small screens (around 11 inches across). Most of them do not have optical disc drives and cannot run applications that take a lot of ram. They are light, super durable, and perfect for any individuals who needs to access the internet or simple files from the road.

Netbooks were not meant for people who expect to do a lot of gaming, programming, and database management. They are perfect for consumers who need a way to stay connected with social media applications, communicate with friends and family with instant messaging and email, or just have some handy computer applications nearby.

There are more and more companies that are offering web based versions of their popular programs which offer convenient access from anywhere. Even a basic netbook computer can take advantage of these online based programs to stay productive without an intense processing computer.

Netbooks aren’t for everyone, but they are perfect for mobile users that need to stay productive and stay connected no matter where they go.

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