The Difference

Between Netbook
and Laptop
By. Geralyn M. Engreso
What is a Netbook?
 Netbook

A netbook is a marketing term used in the past for small, low-

performance, legacy-free, and inexpensive laptop. A netbook is a device
that can perform the majority of the functions of a desktop or laptop, but
is extremely mobile. Netbooks look like miniature laptops, with screens
rarely exceeding 10 or 12 inches. Netbooks have been around since 2008
and are generally characterized by a distinct dependency on connecting
to a network, or the highlighted ability to connect to a network.
 Netbooks fall into a category of what vendors refer to as “small form”
computers. Such computers have been known by various names,
including subnotebook, ultra-portable, mini-notebook, mini-thin client,
cloudbook and ultra-mobile PC. The generic name netbook, however, is
currently the most popular marketing buzzword. Typically, a netbook will
have a slimmed-down operating system, a smaller-than-usual keyboard, a
smaller-than-usual screen and very little (if any) storage space.
 History

The origins of the netbook can be traced to the highly popular Toshiba
range of Libretto sub-notebooks. The 6" Libretto 20 dates back to early
1996 and weighed only 840g. Apple also had a line of PowerBook Duos
that were ultra-portable Macintosh laptops in the mid 90s. The generic use
of the term "netbook", however, began in 2007 when Asus unveiled the
Asus Eee PC.
 Originally designed for emerging markets, the 23 cm × 17 cm (9.1 in
× 6.7 in) device weighed about 0.9 kg (2 lb) and featured a 7 in (18 cm)
display, a keyboard approximately 85% the size of a normal keyboard, a
solid-state drive and a custom version of Linux with a simplified user
interface geared towards netbook use.
HP Mini-Note PC
netbook compared
to a pencil
What is a Laptop?
 Laptop

A laptop or laptop computer is a small, portable personal computer

(PC) with a "clamshell" form factor, typically having a thin LCD or LED
computer screen mounted on the inside of the upper lid of the clamshell
and an alphanumeric keyboard on the inside of the lower lid. A laptop is a
personal computer that is small enough to sit in a person's lap, and is
designed for mobile uses.
 Laptop users can also connect a mouse, separate keyboard, and second
monitor to a laptop if they would like. Laptops fold shut when turned off
for easy carrying, and most weigh less than 6 lbs. Typically, a laptop
includes a battery of lithium-ion or other technology that allows the
laptop to run at full power on battery alone for several hours. This allows
laptop users to use their computers on a train, in a coffee shop, or even
outdoors. Virtually all modern laptops have built in wireless connectivity.
 History

As the personal computer (PC) became feasible in 1971, the idea of a

portable personal computer soon followed. A "personal, portable
information manipulator" was imagined by Alan Kay at Xerox PARC in
1968, and described in his 1972 paper as the "Dynabook". The IBM
Special Computer APL Machine Portable (SCAMP) was demonstrated in
1979. This prototype was based on the IBM PALM processor.
 Laptops combine all the input/output components and capabilities of a
desktop computer, including the display screen, small speakers, a
keyboard, data storage device, sometimes an optical disc drive, pointing
devices (such as a touchpad or trackpad), with an operating system, a
processor and memory into a single unit.
Chromebook
Laptop
Differences of Netbook
and Laptop
Netbook
Netbook is a type of smaller size
laptop with fewer components. It
can’t be treated as replacement of
laptop because we can perform many
tasks like laptop but not all tasks.
These are smaller in size than laptop
and generally varies from 7 inch to 13
inch.
Laptop
A laptop is a small portable
computer having a number of
features. It can be treated as the
replacement of desktop. These are
larger in size than Netbook and
generally varies from 10 inch to 20
inch.
Netbook Laptop
Netbook is a type of smaller size A laptop is a small portable computer
laptop with fewer components. having a number of features.

Netbook can’t be treated as Laptop can be treated as the

replacement of laptop because we can replacement of desktop. Because
perform many tasks like laptop but most of the tasks which are
not all tasks. performed in laptop can also be
performed by laptop.
Screen size of Netbooks are smaller Screen Size of laptops are larger than
than laptop and generally varies from Netbook and generally varies from 10
7 inch to 13 inch. inch to 20 inch.

While netbooks are slimmer and little Generally laptops are little heavier
lighter than laptops. than Netbooks.

Netbooks have longer battery life. Laptops have shorter battery life.
The primary task of a netbook is
internet access — web browsing,
emailing, etc.
Netbooks have less features than a
Laptop by which some general tasks
can be performed but not higher
tasks.
In choice of cost it is a good choice
as Netbook cost is less than a laptop.
In portability point of view it is easier In portability point of view laptop
to carry as its size is small.
For gaming a netbook can be
performed.
The primary task of a laptop is
computing with extra durability.
Laptops have more features than a
netbook by which different types of
tasks can be formed.
In choice of cost it is not a better
choice as laptop cost is higher than
netbook.
can be a burden in carrying due to its
larger size.
For gaming a laptop can be
performed.
 Advantages & Disadvantages of a Netbook

Advantages Disadvantages
• Easy portability • Less processing power
• Cheaper Replacement Parts • Not good for high processing
activities
• Less Cost
• Useful for normal activities • Less features
• Less price
 Advantages & Disadvantages of a Laptop

Advantages Disadvantages
• Larger screen • Larger and heavier
• More powerful • Shorter Battery Life
• DVD Drive
Thank You!!