The only full-service reference on choosing, setting up, andusing the hot new NetbookNetbooks are the fastest-selling segment of the PC market. Thesesmall, lightweight mini-laptops are less expensive and run longeron a battery charge than traditional laptops. This is the firstbook to cover everything from choosing the right Netbook to addingmemory and remote access.
You'll learn to compare various models and identify what bestmeets your needs, connect to the Internet almost anywhere, chooseand use free productivity tools, and much more. Netbooks ForDummies covers both Windows and Linux, since Netbooks areavailable with either operating system.
* Explains what Netbooks are, what they can do, and theadvantages of mobile technology
* Provides criteria to help you decide what you need in a Netbookand descriptions of the available models, so you can choose onewhich best meets your needs
* Covers both Windows (including Windows 7) and Linux operatingsystems available on Netbooks
* Walks you through setting up a Netbook and shows you how it canwork for you both at home and on the go
* Discusses free online productivity applications, datasynchronization services, and social networks
* Covers advanced topics like adding memory and remoteaccess
With Netbooks For Dummies, you'll be ready to make themost of the hottest mobile computing technology on the markettoday.

Introduction.
Part I: Getting Started with Netbooks.
Chapter 1: Everything You Need to Know about Netbooks.
Chapter 2: Introducing Netbooks.
Chapter 3: Selecting a Netbook.
Chapter 4: Netbook Operating Systems.
Chapter 5: First Things First.
Part II: Using Your Netbook.
Chapter 6: Netbook Networking.
Chapter 7: Netbooks at Work.
Chapter 8: Netbook Fun and Games.
Chapter 9: Better Safe than Sorry: Security.
Chapter 10: Staying in Touch: Twitter, Social Networking, IM,and Skype.
Chapter 11: Netbook Navigators.
Part III: Netbook Add-On Accessories and Hardware.
Chapter 12: Carrying Your Netbook.
Chapter 13: Powering Your Netbook.
Chapter 14: External Storage.
Chapter 15: Netbook Gizmos and Gadgets.
Part IV: Checking Underneath the Hood.
Chapter 16: Troubleshooting Your Netbook.
Chapter 17: Backing Up and Restoring Your Netbook.
Chapter 18: Upgrading Storage and Memory.
Chapter 19: Optimizing Windows.
Chapter 20: Discovering Drivers.
Chapter 21: BIOS Basics.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 22: Top Ten Internet Netbook Resources.
Chapter 23: Ten Cool Hardware Hacks.
Index.