Acer Aspire ONE A150

...while. I purchased the Acer A150 because I was going on a cruise and wanted something small and light. I decided on the Linux version of this netbook for £235, the Windows XP version is around £269. == The Operating System == First thing I need to say about it is Linux, what a joke with its limited functions and the hassle you need to go through to add new features. I wanted DivX support so I could watch movies at night but after a few hours looking ...
...Netbook isn't sufficient enough. The Acer doesn't have an internal CD drive so you will need to purchase an external one. You can get them for as little as £30 and they are sold in many places. I bought one in Tesco's because they had the best price. To install XP, power up the drive, plug the USB cable into the computer, eject the tray and insert the disc. Press the power button on the computer and wait for the message, "Press any key to boot from ...

LawrenceP 02.12.2008 (17.08.2009) · Read full review
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This is Acer's entry into the netbook arena and mostly it's a pretty good machine. You get the same Atom CPU as is in most of the other leading contenders, a 1024x600 9-inch screen, 1GB RAM, 160GB Hard drive, 3USB ports and a webcam. This is all for a price a bit less than the competition, although there are a few issues of ergonomics with the machine that you'd want to look at first. Netbooks generally aren't going to have the same power as laptop ...
...old. Don't be fooled by the clock speed of the Atom; it's a much simpler processor and doesn't really pack more punch than a Pentium III. The reason netbooks use it is for its low power consumption. Consequently no netbook is going to be good for things like HD video editing, 3D games and computer aided design. However it will handle web browsing, chat, office applications and casual games with relative ease. A big selling point is one of the nicest ...

Phantom_Wombat 23.03.2009 · Read full review
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The Acer Aspire One model is a notebook I recently bought from PC world, it was on offer for £199. I needed a cheap notebook to carry out simple tasks such as using MS office and run some simple accounts software. I also wanted Wi-Fi to access the internet via my home PC router, so this notebook seemed ideal for what I was looking for. The notebook itself comes with Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition O/S. It has WiFi, Fast Ethernet, and an ultra compact ...
...1.6GHz for professional mobility. Acer redefines mobile connectivity with the Aspire one, also known as a netbook due to it being powerful and acquires net friendly computing features in a compact design weighing as little as 2.2 lb. The Ads for this notebook are aimed at business professionals, students and world travelers, it offers a choice of operating systems, wireless connectivity and Internet access. The Acer Aspire ONE A150 Notebook features ...

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I have had my Acer Aspire One for about 3 months and it has never failed me. I will review everything that should be considered before buying. Speed: Well this depends on the model you are going to buy, I own the Linux version with 1GB of ram, which is probably the fastest AAO you are going to get, it really does fly. Because Linux uses very little prossesing it means that all of the application will run with little effort. The ram is upgradeable ...
...is very little compromise because acer have cleverly made the keyboard go to withing MMs of the edge of the netbook. I am typing this with no trouble at all, and I get around the same tying speed on the AAO as I do on any other keyboard. Screen: The screen is fantastic. It has bright vibrant colours and great depth and this is when it is on battery power, when you plug it in...WOW it comes to life. Although the screen is only 9" it is in a wide screen ...

Jojomojoe 06.04.2009 · Read full review
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I purchased this laptop for my wife to do do her training work on, also she didn't want to carry my luggable! We went for the 1GB RAM, 120GB HDD Linux model in Blue for about £250. Out of the box its a good looking machine, the glossy blue finish is nice, but instantly prone to fingerprint marks. It feels well built and durable. I comes with what some would call a protective sleeve, in a way it does protect but really all it protects is from dirt, ...
...The Linux Operating System is in my opinion VERY basic and highly kneecapped compared to what Linux can be, although there are guides on the internet to unlock more of its potential. But having said that it is also very easy to use. Personally she tried it but didn't like it having be bought up on Micro$oft like most people, so i ended up installing XP on it (a challenge without a CD drive but that's another story). I think would ideally suit anyone ...

hairyheppers 05.11.2008 · Read full review
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...I went for the Acer that was on offer so the specs are not the best available in the range but are perfect for me. 1GB of RAM 1.6GHZ Atom Processor 8GB hardrive plus an extra 8GB on a memory stick The extra memory is easily installed into the side of the net book, there is a slot specifically designed for adding extra memory. It will only accept SD card so no others can be used as extra memory however there is another slot that accepts many other ...
...computing lives. To save space Acer have removed the number pad usually found of the right of the keyboard, this is no problem as they still have the numbers above the letters. All buttons on the keyboard are easy to press and feel very strong so I think they shall be lasting a very long time. I have used Acer laptops before and was very unimpressed with the keyboards but they have really got it spot on with this net book. The net book also came ...

nickbrown60 07.02.2009 (21.02.2009) · Read full review
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When I first looked for a Netbook I was unsure about buying this one as it did not have windows on it but i needn't have worried, I have had no problems with it. If you are just looking for something to use to go on to the internet then this is the one for you, it is quick to connect, portable, light to carry, email works fine, games are good,I personally like the look of the one I have, it's a white/cream colour and looks fab. I paid a little more ...
...look at some of the prices for a normal size laptop they weren't much more but I went with this because it is so handy just to carry about with you. I do not know much about the technical side of computers but honestly if you just want the internet I would definitely recommend this one. ...

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== Acer are one of the most established brands., which always strive to produce the best of the best laptops == This Acer laptop holds just 1GB. This is bot suitable for people who want to save alot of pictures, or music; let alone vidoes. The laptop doesnt have enough memory for that, however, if you want a laptop suitable for general useage such as surfing the net, communicating with friends i.e. msn and so on, saving work (this can be from word ...
...best laptops, the value is worth the price. It is such as well-presented laptop that will make your friends slap themselve a couple of times (joke lol) but seriously it holds alot of features that any inidividual can benefit from. Its also great to travel with but should be handle with care at all times. ...

Cutedimples 09.06.2009 · Read full review
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...bought this version of the acer aspire one before christmas 2008. Since I bought mine my mother brother and next door neighbour have all been so impressed that they to have purchased the exact same machine. My machine came pre installed with Linpus lite (lunix) which is a little strange if your used to windows in any form. From getting the machine out of the box i was online within 5 mins. It was so simple. The 1st thing you will need to do once ...
...click the live update. This gets all the up to date bits and bobs the aspire one needs to be upto date. This process is almost fully automated and took about 30mins tom update and install. The software included is more great - its not windows office, but a free version called open office it includes a good word processor, spreadsheet, and a presentation creator (like powerpoint). all these program`s have and option when you save to make them comptable ...

smurfuk76 25.01.2009 · Read full review
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...me, i'm shiny!' but the acer aspire one has got to be the most reliable, sturdy and best value netbooks around. Starting of, as i usually do, with a summary of the style of the product, the acer aspire one won't win any beauty paegents, but it is functional in it's design. Sure, i'm not a fan of the whole gap-between-screen-and-hinge look, but it works. The netbook has no real standout design features, but it isn't the ugliest netbook around (step ...
...the netbook world. So, to sum it up, you get a good, sturdy, reliable netbook for about £100 cheaper than the other netbooks with the same specifications, therefore i think the acer aspire one has got to be the best netbook around at the moment in terms of price. ...

Kai_M 25.06.2009 · Read full review
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This laptop was bought in order to aid my study as I needed to be able to access the internet and write word documents as part of my A level course. I use it with mobile broadband and it is compatible and provides a good internet service, if a little slower than its larger counterparts. The laptop is attractive and portable-I have received many comments on its appearance. It is light compared to larger laptops so is perfect for carrying on public ...
...the keyboard may be a bit fiddly as I am used to larger computers it is not at all and I hardly noticed the difference when changing from a conventional keyboard to this one. Many people ask me if the screen is too small but I find it less tiring on the eyes than other models as the action is contained within the small space and there is less glare. In conclusion, this model is very good value for money and its performance has exceeded my expectations. ...

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...these factors? Yes, perfectly. The Acer Aspire One is, in my opinion, one of the best netbooks on the market. I grabbed of these for my birthday, when it was relatively new off Amazon. I got the version that had 120 GBs of hard drive memory, with Linpus Linux Lite. This edition of Linux was built specifically for the Aspire One, and it was extremely simple and easy to use. With an eye catching interface, a quick search bar and brilliantly obvious ...
...for me. I think that Acer have done a great job in providing the buyer with the right applications with the Linux version as it comes with Aspire One Mail, Firefox, the Open Office complete suite, a few games, a multiple messenger and a lot more. This netbook costs about half the price of a normal laptop, maybe less, and it's also half the size. Something that annoyed me but I got over was the fact that there was no DVD drive! Instead, it came with ...

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...top of the screen. Acer Aspire one is just what we were waiting for. It is a handy net book; women can even place it in their handbag. Men however have to use the portable bag that comes along. Here are some of its features: Intel Atom processor inside 8.9 inch screen (1024x600) RAM 1GB/160GB/XP/6-Cell Battery (3 hours ... wow) Price: 265 GBP 2.3 lbs (Light ... right) This Net book has speakers and all other device outlets that are needed, but still ...
...top of the screen. Acer is a great device to spend money on. I am happy with this product and am using it right now to type this review. The Keypad is great too. You will love typing stuff with it.... almost soundless. People! This piece is worth your money, but it appears quite fragile... I haven't yet dropped it anywhere but somehow I feel that it might not be very durable. It might start giving problems if it falls off your table or hands. If ...

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...a great pair. If you want a netbook for much more than typing and accessing the internet I wouldn't recommend this one (as Acer do in fact do higher memory versions loaded with Vista, as do other companies) but for me it's absolutely perfect!! Great buy! ...

Jendyptp 25.01.2009 · Read full review
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I bought this laptop because I needed a cheap, reliable way to get online. At first It had Linpus Linux OS which to be honest is a waste of time however it was easy to use but it lacked in compatibility to other software and hardware, that is when I realised I should have payed a bit extra to get the XP version. I bought a cheap copy of windows xp from ebay and installed it using an external cd-rom drive, which was a lot easier than I was expecting ...
...boot priority to USB cd-rom device. Now running on windows XP it is a totally different machine the only critisism I have to this netbook is it does not have a cd/dvd drive but it is the same for all netbooks. It is fast on running XP for doing basic computing needs such as internet, word processing but dont attempt to do any visually intensive tasks such as gaming or Video editing. My main critisism is the poor quality speakers however if you demand ...

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