How Does a Linux Netbook Compare to a Windows Netbook?
No doubt about it, if you want a cheap netbook, the Linux versions are the way to go. While Windows XP netbooks tend to up the prices of most computers (blame it on its user-friendly interface), Linux mini notebooks keep the prices of these mobile devices down. Most manufactures offer Linux and Windows versions of the same model. What is known about Linux netbooks is that they are inexpensive relative to their Windows siblings. What is not known is that there are actually different versions of the Linux that are running on current netbook models. Although most people would prefer a Windows XP, Linux netbooks actually have more advantages to them, including: * Price * Energy efficiency * Free software * Less susceptibility to malware and viruses As a whole, Linux is an open-source (and thus free) operating system. Fans of Linux hail it for its reliability. Linux mini notebooks actually boot faster and usually don not crash, unless if you set them on fire. Since it is open source, differ
