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Not only does it find wireless connectivity easily with its built-in wifi, it comes with two media slots (actually, one is a SDHC-specific slot for adding more memory space). Boots very fast since it's running on Linux and uses a solid-state disk.
It's very light and comes with a nice faux-leather sleeve. If you are looking for a stylish, affordable, small laptop for surfing the net and office applications, this is for you.
It comes with Linux, but it's packed with everything you need while traveling. It's compatible with MS Office's applications, too (just in case you're wondering).
If you have never used Linux before, the learning curve is very easy since this version of Linux uses a similiar windows-based GUI application, and no commands are needed. I was looking for a small alternative to my heavy 17" MacBook Pro for surfing the Internet while traveling, and this was the right device.
All you have to do is plug in a HDSC card and it does everything for you.It's also pre-installed with OpenOffice, which is a great and free alternative to Microsoft's Office.
For that price, I better start getting addons. I took a long trip by airplanes, three legs. The camera is awesome, mics are ok, don't expect too much from the speakers of course. 325$. No more than 3 process at a time. Beside the lesser time at booting up, the software seems really easy to operate with, which is Linux.
No moving parts gives the battery a long run for the money, and the screen really looks right. In every plane was able to use it for about an hour. After a little hack for installing more things, then I just added a bag of the kind that are used with portable dvd players, and extra 4 gig SD memory and a tiny retractable trip mouse (because my fingers are simply too big for any touchpad), and was amazed at how fast everything stuck together. just in case. wow. It connects fast to the wifi network, so I have no complaints there, it browse really well.
And it runs everything really fast, suspiciously fast I might say.
the familiariy of Windows and the quick boot up and lack of a need for anti-virus protection for Linnux.With the inclusion of built in games,my kids love it.Once you get around the wi-fi issues myself and others reviewers have experienced,you will not be dissapointed.Thank you Acer for a great product. I've done months of research on ultra portable pc's and found the AA1 to be the best value for the dollar.Whether your a Windows or linnux fan,this will fill the need for simple inexpensive computing.I've used Windows most of my computing life,but was curious about Linnux os.There's much to like about both e.i.
The shipping date is like a moving target. The last one I got is by October 23, 2008. I ordered the Acer AOA110-1722 computer on September 27, 2008. I have had at least 4 and keeps changing. We will see what is the new excuse to postpone it one more time. As of today, October 21, 2008, almost a month after, I have not receive it. I keep calling Amazon for quick updates but I am getting the same answer "we do not know by when we can send you the computer".
So far I have not needed a DVD player since I usually rip my DVDs "for my own use" and load them via the USB port on a Jump Drive or use my card reader. I bought the Blue Acer Aspire One (XP version with 120 gigabyte HD) just as soon as one was available. Micro Center has dropped the price to the Acer suggested retail price of $349 (XP). Its a winner in my book.
Again no real gripes and for the price it does what I was hoping for, a small websurfer with the capability of performing more complex tasks if needed. I purchased it for the price of a good PDA and it surfs the web better than my iPod Touch. I did note that the fan noise is a little loud when used in a quiet room but at coffee shops and other WIFI hotspots it is not noticeable. As noted the exterior is very prone to smudges and I find myself cleaning the unit regularly.
So far no real complaints except that the touch pad is difficult to work with and it is not very precise. No need for the DVD just the code and it worked seamlessly. Did not buy it from Amazon because the price was higher than a local retailer (Micro Center). I purchased a home version of MS Office and simply entered the code.
I use a mouse now. I did see the Linux Version at Circuit City for $307. Actually the buttons are awkward to use and it often "double-clicks" seemingly on it's own.
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