What's smaller than a laptop, bigger than a cell phone, and keeps you connected? It's the netbook,
and this "real" book tells you how to pick the right one; use it for work, school, and play; and add bells,
whistles, and anything else you might need. The book also covers all the operating systems that run
on netbooks, including Linux, Google Chrome, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and even Windows 7.


* Out of the box.set up your netbook, charge the battery, and sync it with your primary computer
* Get connected.via Wi-Fi, 3G networks, Bluetooth, or Ethernet
* Do some work.explore Microsoft Works, OpenOffice.org, Google Apps, and Zoho productivity suites
* Play time.discover free Internet radio, streaming video, and games you can play on your netbook
* Keep up with your peeps.tweet and IM, keep up with Facebook friends, and make Skype phone calls
* Even netbooks like accessories.check out ways to expand storage, protect your netbook with a case,
and add a mouse
* Safety first.find quality antivirus programs, firewalls, and encryption options
* The maintenance mantra.learn about backing up and restoring your netbook, troubleshooting, and
managing battery life

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