Definition of a Wireless Laptop

A wireless laptop is a compact, light weight computer that is able to access the Internet from anywhere with a signal. Wireless laptops have become very common and are sold by a number of manufacturers.

Function

Wireless laptops connect to local area connections in places that offer Wi-Fi. The laptop allows you to check emails, browse the Internet or chat on instant messengers without having to plug into a phone, DSL or cable line.

Connecting

Locations that offer Wi-Fi are known as hot spots and are common at many coffee shops, restaurants and hotels. Even most major airlines offer Wi-Fi during flights.

Types

Wireless laptops are typically classified by their operating systems. Personal computers (PCs) operate using Windows, while Macs utilize the Mac OS X operating system.

Power

Wireless laptops use batteries to provide power to the computer while traveling, but they eventually need recharging.

Cost

As of December 2009, the starting range for wireless laptops was $300 to $700, according to CostHelper.com. Very thin, fast wireless laptops with large amounts of memory ranged in price from $800 to $2,200.

References

• Microsoft: Using a Wireless Laptop at Work and at Home
• CostHelper.com: Cost of a Laptop Computer