Asus Eee PC 1000 40GB Linux Reviews: Linux 10" Screen Laptop computer

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Single Core Processor with 1GB of Memory and 40GB Storage on Linux. 6 hours of battery More »

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Battery life	9.0
Design	8.9
Performance	8.8
Size and weight	8.6
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.6
Overall rating	8.9

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Score 9.0/10

+ Linux friendly hardware, allowing a choice of Linux distributions (Ubuntu Netbook Remix being the best one tried), SSD meaning no worries about shock to a spinning disk, tough shell, good build quality, SD card reader,

- pre-installed Xandros based Linux OS is poor (installed Ubuntu Netbook Remix and it is 100x better),

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purchased 01 Apr 2009

Christopher, Blandford, Dorset , “General home user”

Score 10.0/10

+ Adequate size of keyboard. User friendly. Looks neat too!

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purchased 21 Jul 2009

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Product Features

Screen Size in Inches	10
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Operating System	Linux
Software on which the device runs
RAM in GB	1

Number of Cores	Single
Computer processors are made up of 1 or more cores. Having multiple cores allows the computer to process more information at once making it faster.
Hard Disk Capacity in GB	40
Hard Disk capacity is measured in GBs which stands for Gigabytes. A gigabyte is 1000 MB or megabytes. The more GB you have the more info like photos and music you can store.
Screen Resolution (pixels)	1024x600 (WSVGA)
The number of pixels the screen has. The more you have, the more detail the screen can display, given a high quality source. A breakdown of resolutions can be found on Wikipedia here
Processor Brand	Intel
There are 2 main manufacturers of computer processors. They are Intel and AMD.
Processor	ATOM
This is the processor model range. Different types of processor have different types of functionality. For example Centrino processors are specifically designed to increase battery life in laptops.
Processor Number	N270
This is the specific processor number in the processor range.
Processor Speed in MHz	1600
The processor is the driving force of your personal computer. The higher the number in Megahertz or Mhz the faster your computer will run. Don’t forget that other factors such as the number of cores will have an effect on speed.
USB Port	3
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Integrated Webcam	Yes
A webcam is a small, in-built camera that allows you to record video to upload to popular sites like Youtube or have video chats with friends on Instant Messaging services.
WiFi	Yes
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Fingerprint Access	No
Fingerprint access offers you an extra layer of security on your computer and is essential for any budding secret agent.
Remote Control	No
DVD Writer	No
DVD Writers can be used to copy data, music, documents or films from your laptop, netbook or desktop computer, onto a blank DVD. DVD writers can also copy info onto blank CDs but CDs have a lower storage capacity. Normal DVD discs can store up to 4.7GB of info. DVD stands for Digital Versatile Disc.
DVD Drive	No
CD Rom	No
Blu-ray Drive	No
HDMI Interface	No
Like a scart interface but capable of carrying HD signals from or to other devices. You’ll need these to link your Playstation 3 or your Blu-ray player to your HD-ready TV.
VGA Port	Yes
VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. The VGA socket is used for connecting a monitor or TV to your computer. If you want to use an external monitor, TV or projector on your laptop make sure it has a VGA or DVI socket. VGA is also sometimes referred to as D-sub.
DVI Port	No
DVI stands for Digital Visual Interface. Like VGA, DVI is used to connect laptops, desktops and other devices to HD TVs or monitors. You can buy a small adaptor to convert your digital DVI socket to an analogue VGA socket for use with older monitors if needed.
Card Reader	Yes
A memory card reader allows you to connect various types of card such as SD Cards, MMC Cards or Compact Flash Cards to your laptop or desktop computer. Memory Card Readers are extremely useful for photographers as it allows you to quickly transfer your snaps from camera to machine meaning you can have them uploaded to your favourite website or printed out in a matter of minutes.
Battery Life in Hours	6
Battery life is important if you travel a lot. Long train journeys can be a pain if you don’t get more than 3 hours of life out of your laptop. It’s worth remembering that a lot of trains offer power sockets now so don’t be put off by a low battery life unless your lifestyle demands ultra portability.
Dimensions (mm)	265.9x38.1x191.3
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (kg)	1.45

Brand of Graphic Chip	Intel
Graphics cards in desktop computers and graphics chips in laptops are manufactured by 3 main companies: Intel, ATI and nVidia. If you want to play modern games aim for an ATI or nVidia card or chip. Intel cards and chips work perfectly for general laptop use, video playback and older computer games.
Graphic Card or Chip	GMA950
This is the range and model number of the graphics card or chip in your desktop or laptop computer
Colour	Multi
The main colour of the product.

Laptop Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

Embrace Easy, Excellent and Exciting Computing with New Eee PC™ 1000

Large Screen and Keyboard for Comfortable Usage
Shock proof SSD** design for reliable computing
Up to 6 hours* of battery life
Exclusive 60GB Eee Storage (Only on 1000, not 1000H)
High speed connectivity anywhere with Wi-Fi 802.11n
Unique design to fit your individual personality

This Eee PC™ 1000 offers even more options to users for unique user experiences. With its shockproof Solid State Drive (SSD) design, users will be able to enjoy stable and reliable computing on-the-go; 6 hours* of battery life, high speed 802.11n connectivity and exclusive 60GB Eee Storage makes it the ideal traveling companion for outdoor activities. The large 10" display provides comfortable viewing, and a keyboard that´s 92%** sized of generic notebooks make for easier typing and relaxing usage. It is also available in 6 custom colored designs to fit your unique personality.

Large Screen and Keyboard for Comfortable Usage
• The Eee PC™ 1000 is equipped with a large 10" display that allows users to easily view documents and webpages comfortably
• The keyboard is 92%** the size of generic notebooks – making it more comfortable to type for more relaxed usage.

Shock Proof SSD* Design for Reliable Computing
• The built-in Solid State Drive** (SSD) technology provides shockproof computing, less power consumption, fast boot up and less heat – making the Eee PC™ 1000 ideal for reliable outdoor usage

Up to 6 hours* of Battery Life
• ASUS exclusive Super Hybrid Engine for longer battery lifespan of up to 6 hours*
• Super Hybrid Engine offers a choice of performance and power consumption modes for easy adjustments according to various needs

Exclusive 60GB Eee Storage
• 60GB file-encrypted Eee Storage with 5GB worth of downloads per day for easy accessibility from Linux platform
• GNU Linux OS for convenient computing and an easy, excellent and exciting user experience

Note: Eee Storage service is complimentary for the first 18 months. Please register account information for 6 months extension (depend on country). All Eee PC 1000 users are entitled to complimentary Eee Storage upgrade. Please log on to ASUS support site for more information.

High Speed Connectivity Anywhere with Wi-Fi 802.11n
• Easily functions in any connected environment with fast and complete connectivity (WiFi 802.11n)
• Built-in Bluetooth for easy data transfers between devices
• Full range of applications to enhance communication and computing experiences
• Eee Connect for an easy way to connect two or more users through a remote desktop feature for easy troubleshooting.

Unique Design to Fit Your Individual Personality
• The Eee PC™ 1000 comes in two custom styles created with cutting-edge Infusion casing technology
• Infusion surface with inlaid motifs provides a new level of resilience – providing scratch resistance and a beautiful style that will not fade with time
• Users can choose from Pearl White and Fine Ebony

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