How to Choose a Mini Laptop
Mini laptops are small computers that appeal to people who like to carry their laptops with them. The average cost of a mini laptop is around $350, as of July 2010. The mini laptop comes in a plethora of designs and models.
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Buy a mini laptop with the screen size in mind. Mini laptop screens are significantly smaller than average laptop screens. The mini laptop screen ranges from 7 to 10 inches. Purchase the smaller 7-inch screens if you want a mini laptop strictly for its portability and handiness. Get a larger screen if you intend to spend a lot of time using your laptop.
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Calculate how much you want to spend on your mini laptop. Know that the cheaper mini laptops may have significantly less hard drive space than the more costly laptops. Mini laptops range from around $250 to $400.
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Determine what operating system you want on your laptop. Select an operating system that you are familiar with. Understand that with the low disk capacity of most mini laptops, it will probably serve you better to choose an operating system that does not take up as much space.
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Purchase a mini laptop that has a long battery life. Since many people purchase the mini laptop for its portability, so it makes sense to obtain a mini laptop that will last for as long you need it. Buy a six-cell battery, which lasts for up to nine hours.
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Compare the size of the screen to the keyboard. The larger the keyboard, the more room you have to type.
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