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Originally Posted by CorneringArtist
Thing is, my current desktop would be a complete joke to upgrade as it's outdated by a longshot. I'm leaning towards netbook, but I've had past experiences with my cousin's netbook freezing up with only a few tabs open. Then again, he did get it for free with his internet package.
What would be a good netbook that can hold it's own as a desktop-style surfer? ie. can have MSN, word, and Chrome open with maybe 3 tabs open max, doesn't lock up when flash applications open. Being able to run HD movies isn't a big sell for me, as long as YouTube doesn't freeze every 3 seconds.
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If that's the case, almost any netbook will do, if that's the case, just buy it pre owned off RS from a trusted member etc.
If you're into gaming, like even the slightest hint of it, i'd suggest just getting a laptop that can actually game, I'm speaking from personal experience here haha.
Currently a student, needed something light for school was the mindset.
Bought a gateway ec1803h off a RS member, was great, lightweight portable at 11.6", hdmi out, did all the basics.
Then had the itching for gaming since this ec1803h/netbook was too basic. Sold it, upgraded to m11x which was a solid gaming netbook with 11" portability.
Did all the basics of course, did the gaming fine (sc2 on medium etc), strained on the eyes though because of the small screen.
Upgraded to the acer 3820tg 13.3". Best compromise, lightweight 3.9lbs, beautiful screen, HDMI output, 500gb HD for media, 4GB ram, ATI 1GB dedicated 5650 GFX card. Not much more than your budget of $450, definitely worth the "investment". Don't go through all the hassle and learning-from-mistakes like I did haha.
Long read? Sorry, this laptop is just that good haha.
edit: forgot about the aesthetics, looks very professional, slim, minimal, and the lid is just absolutely amazing in terms of the "texture" they put on it. It's not just simple black gloss or boring silver.
"brushed metal" is what they call it.
