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Why a Netbook?

What is a netbook?? Some call it a UMPC, or Ultra Mobile Personal Computer.? I was first introduced to the UMPC or Netbook, about a year ago, when they came out with the Fujitsu U810, a tiny little laptop, with a tiny keyboard, and a 5.6 inch screen.? It was a small version of a [...]

Introduction to Tablet PCs

The Tablet PC is a notebook or slate-shaped mobile computer that is approximately the size of a paper tablet. It gives us portability, flexibility and usability that are changing the way we work with our computers. Its touch screen or digitizing tablet technology allows the user to operate the computer with a stylus or digital [...]

Computer Forensics – Diagnose Your Computer Issues

Computers have a lot of parts and in some cases you may have a break down and need help getting it fixed. Computer forensics is a method to retrieve information form your system when you need it. You also may have a situation were you need to diagnose your computer to see why it is [...]

Christmas Netbook Picks – Toshiba Mini Netbook (250GB Hard Drive, Windows 7)

The new Toshiba Mini (NB205-N230) has arrived and it comes with a whole variety of upgrades and improvements. Since its launch this year, the Toshiba Mini has been touted as one of the best netbook models in the market. If you are planning to get a netbook for a loved one this Christmas, this model [...]

Should I Buy a Laptop Or Netbook Computer?

Going back several years, the one question which was repeatedly asked of me was, should I get a laptop instead of a desktop computer? Whilst there is no definitive answer, as each person’s needs are different, the answer has probably changed from 80% NO to 80% YES. The reason for this is the narrowing gap [...]

Tablet PCs – Should You Ditch Your Laptop for a Tablet?

Are you always on the go? Then you probably need to switch to tablet PCs – portable computers with digitizing or touch screen tablets. You can easily operate them directly using the screen with a tablet pen, a stylus, or your very own fingertips. They do not require the use of a mouse or keyboard [...]

Tablet PC Software Discussions

On the Internet, you will find tablet PC software discussions with experts on products and technologies including Windows XP, Windows Mobile devices, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, digital photography and security. Individual PCs require constant maintenance to keep them at an acceptable level of performance. The results of inadequate or no maintenance are all too familiar: [...]

The Rise and Fall of the Tablet PC

Less than half a decade ago, the promise of Tablet PCs on the market was a sign of the future. Even early models were impressive, despite their often underwhelming hardware specs–the draw was simply the tablet form factor. Promises of sophisticated handwriting-recognition and standardized biometric security measures only added to the hype; so what happened [...]

What to Look For When Buying a Tablet PC

If you are in search for a light weight, easy to use, high tech, multi-functional tool for all your studying, working and networking needs, look no further than a cheap tablet pc. Since their introduction by Microsoft in the year 2002, tablet PCs have gained massive popularity in a short span of time and are [...]

Asus R1E Tablet PC Review

In a previous entry I talked about the Asus R1E. After having spend some time with it I’m now ready to pass my final judgment on this fine piece of hardware. When it comes to computers I’m set on brands for some reason. Some brands I like for quality, like Nvidia and Enermax, others because [...]