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Netbook Memory

For a long time now, I've been pondering buying a netbook, but not just any netbook. I have very specific requirements.When the Asus EEE PC 1015pem, with the intel atom n550, came out, I almost bought it, but there was one catch. maximum 2GB of RAM, which is just a tad low considering what I need, or at least what I think I need. better to be on the safe side anyway.So I held my breath, pondering, scheming and then suddenly, BAM, Intel released the n570, which apparently can support 4gb of ram. Saying apparently since I haven't been able to find anywhere on their site, where I can confirm the information and the processor specification isn't complete yet for some reason, but I do believe it to be true for other reasons. Among other things, this cpu will also be used in servers.However, every single netbook manufacturer, who have put specs out for netbook sporting the n570, have included a limit of 2gb.Now my actual question is, where in lie the limitation. Is it at all likely that it can be circumvented, assuming that the manufacturers do not change the specs?I don't think it likely that the cpu would be the limiting factor, so what about the rest of the hardware? As far as I know, the memory controller is build in to the cpu, so that probably won't be it either. I suppose it could be a bios limitation.

Netbook Memory

Netbook Ratings

Computer Shopper’s expert reviews of netbooks will help you find the best netbook for your needs. Our reviews and netbook ratings walk you through the features and components to look for when shopping. Computer Shopper’s netbook buying guide offers all the background information you’ll need to find the best netbook. Also, check below for lab-tested reviews of our current 10 top netbooks.There was a time when choosing a miniature laptop was a fairly straightforward exercise -- you bought an Asus Eee PC. Now every manufacturer and its sister has released its own take on the affordable, stripped-down and ultra-portable computer. In short, there's a whole lot of choice out there. But hey, quit your head-scratching because we're here to help. Having cast our critical eye over the majority of netbooks on the market -- not to mention run all sorts of boring benchmarking tests so you don't have to -- CNET UK has assembled a top 10 chart. And we've even put them in order of greatness for you.So if you're in the market for a cheap PC that keeps you connected while you're on the go, ready your reading eyes and march on. See you on the other side, where we'll have hopefully helped you make a decision.

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Netbook Deal

if you will, me as the "Lost in Space" robot, flailing my arms madly and blaring, "Danger! Danger! This Netbook will sell out, Will Robinson!"That's because this is one of those lowest-price-ever deals, and you know how those go.Today only, Wal-Mart has the Asus Eee PC 1005HA-EU1X Netbook for $198 (plus sales tax in most states). Shipping will run you just 97 cents.Update: As I feared, this is already sold out. (I did flail my arms, you know.) But see Bonus Deal No. 1 down below for a damn fine alternative.This is a 10-inch Netbook. It's new, not refurbished. It requires no rebate forms--$198 is your out-the-door price. And it sells for at least $250 at most other stores.

The specs are about what you'd, well, ex-spec for a Netbook (yuk, yuk): 1.6GHz Atom processor, 1GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, and 1,024x600-pixel screen resolution.On the plus side, the Eee PC offers 802.11n Wi-Fi, not 802.11g like on a lot of models. On the downside, it sports a three-cell battery--good for a few hours of runtime at best. Also something of a downer: it runs Windows XP Home, not Windows 7.Still, this is an awful lot of portable PC for an awfully low price. Might make a nice gift for the dad or grad in your life.Bonus deal No. 1: If you want something a little more robust, today's Woot.com deal is for a refurbished Gateway 10-inch Netbook with a 250GB hard drive, Windows 7, and a 6-cell battery, all for $239.99. (Wi-Fi is 802.11g, though.) That's pretty stellar.Bonus deal No. 2: From today until May 19, IObit is giving away free licenses of its Advanced SystemCare Pro utliity, which normally sells for $29.95. It's a system cleaner, error fixer, performance optimizer, etc. I'm not generally a fan of these tools, but if your machine's been causing you trouble, this might be worth a try.