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Must Have Checklist: Choosing a Mini Laptop

A new generation of low cost, lightweight laptops is rapidly becoming a global sensation. For many people around the world, owning a personal computer has long been considered a luxury. In the last couple years, manufacturers of mini laptops (also referred to as mini notebooks or mini notes) have managed to strip down a lot of the bells and whistles that come automatically with standard laptops, to make a lite version that fits in more peoples’ hands…and pocketbooks. Unlike previous computer products that aimed at reducing size and cost, these mini machines have powerful processors, substantial memory and come with all the basic software, entertainment options and Internet most people need.

To entertain the possibility that each family member could have their own computer without a significant financial investment opens up a whole new world of opportunity for most of us. Children, stay at home parents, senior citizens and disabled family members can easily get plugged in to the larger world around them, and going wireless gets us all out into the world more. Similarly, many small businesses struggle to get by with old, unreliable computers that are stretched thin between employees. To be able to equip each employee with a powerful, affordable computer expands the business’ potential for growth tremendously. With a price range of $100-$500, mini laptops or notebooks make this a reality for them.

Distinguishing Features of Mini Laptops

1. Weighs about two pounds (compared to the standard laptop’s six pounds)

2. Typical cost is $100-$500 (compared to $800-$1500 for a standard laptop)

3. Screen is about 7-9 inches wide and backlit (compared to a standard laptop’s 15” display)

4. Available with Windows XP Pro or Vista, Ubuntu, Linux, MAC operating systems

5. Around 512 to 1 GB of memory and around 20 - 80 GB of storage space

6. Easily upgradable with memory cards and flash drives

7. Low on battery usage

8. Lean, mean and green – these smaller computers carry with them less impact on the environment

9. Software for the basic needs of most people (users can create documents, spreadsheets and presentations, read email, watch videos, listen to music, browse the web, take pictures, instant message, etc.)

10. Enabled for wireless and Bluetooth

Keep in Mind

· Keyboard size is smaller than a standard laptop

· Look for sturdy casing (usually hard plastic)

· Look for flexibility in upgrading

· Make sure needed software is available for specific models

Charities and governments worldwide are making great strides with donations of mini laptops. MIT’s One Laptop Per Child project and Intel’s Classmate PC programs are two examples of corporate charity endeavors with global impact.

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How can I use the built-in Bluetooth feature in the Mac Mini?

I plan to buy a Mac Mini to replace my virus infected Dell. I noticed that the Mac Mini comes with Bluetooth; however, I have no idea how it is used in the Mac.

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just connect your blutooth device (Mic mice or whatever) and mac picks it up,,,if you are not sure it is able or not click on HD >>Application>>then blutooth //if your mac is bit older version Application>>utilities >>Bluetooth and you can see if it is checked to be on or off.

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