I found it using my own StatsCounter logs… The Asus Linux laptop computer for just $299! Do your own research or trust the 4 to 5 star feedback on our Asus Laptop page, but this gem features an 800 MHz Intel Celeron Processor, 512 MB DDR DRAM, 2 GB Hard Drive and Linux Preloaded. From what I’m reading, this version of Linux even supports Windows XP.
When it comes to what you can expect, other than a 7″ screen, you won’t be disappointed:
Get the power of a full-sized laptop in the ultra-compact ASUS Eee PC 2G Surf, which offers a full QWERTY keyboard, 7-inch screen, and preinstalled Linux operating system. (This laptop is also compatible with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system.) You’ll be able to stay connected to email and the Internet easily thanks to the Wi-Fi LAN (802.11b/g). Because it uses flash memory instead of a hard drive (with 2 GB of storage), the Eee PC is optimal for weathering rough handling and sharing space in overstuffed bags.
An interesting thing that I found while looking over the reviews is that this little baby is expandable as well.
“I… added the 8 GB SDHC card for file storage. In the future as the SDHC format expands you could have truly unlimited storage at a reasonable price.”
Another thing that I love seeing - one of the reviewers is happy to have spent $400 for his/her Asus laptop, saying “Best $400 ever spent!” But you can get one for under $300 before shipping, at just $299 through our shopping system. The Sky Blue model is my favorite. No joke, I’m ordering one now.
update - I ordered the Sky Blue one with the 8GB card (for just $42 more). There was even a free shipping option. I will let you know my opinion when I receive it…
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i use to have one of these, good laptopp
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