ASUS Eee PC 1000HA 10-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel ATOM N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, 10 GB E-Storage, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) Fine Ebony

I wanted a small compact computer with a decent sized disk to play my music (all ripped using WMA Lossless) in my cube. I also wanted to be able to use it with my cellphone as a tethered modem (we aren't allowed to access external websites from work). I don't need anything to high-powered to run quicken or do my taxes... I just need a glorified MP3/web terminal. I also wanted something with a compact form factor to minimize desk space, be easy to carry around (I can fit this in my purse!) and at least 3 USB ports.

This netbook does its job very well. The display is bright and clear. The keyboard is solid, The trackpad is better than the one I have on my Lenovo ThinkPad T61 7658-RUU 14.1-inch Laptop (2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, XP Pro). Speed is tolerable for surfing -- particularly since I'm accessing it through a 3G connection. Speakers are actually pretty good -- again, better than my Lenovo.

When I'm out and about, it is fine to use as is. When I'm at my office, I actually hook up a Belkin F1DG102U Flip 2-Port KVM Switch with Audio Support (USB Connection) so that I can use my keyboard and mouse (and in theory, my monitor) with this netbook so that I can use it inconspicuously at work.

I used the CTL E09XPH 9-Inch 2goPC Laptop (900 MHz Intel Celeron Processor, 512 MB RAM, 40 GB Hard Drive, XP Home) Bone/Grey which I HATED -- the screen layout on that system was much worse (the apostrophe key was in a really weird place and the screen resolution made surfing painful). That system was much more expensive, had a smaller disk (the EEE version I bought has a 120 GB disk vs the 40 GB on the CTL), slower, clunkier, only had 2 USB ports, and could not use a KVM switch for it.

Right now, you can get some really great deals on the 1000HA as of this writing (I was able to purchase mine for 300 bucks... only 75 bucks more than a 120 GB zune or iPod but with so much more functionality).

Again, if you are looking for something to run MS Office or do your taxes -- this is not the system for you. However, if you want a web terminal on the go, ebook reader, music player and basic communications, this system is perfect and it will allow you to save your back from lugging around a full-size laptop and save your laptop from the wear and tear associated with traveling.

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