The Difference between Notebook and Laptop

Laptops

Sometimes we got confused with some mobile computer terms like Notebook, laptop, Subnotebook,Netbooks, UMPC and more to come…. Are you sure the device you’re using right now is a Notebook or Netbook? let’s find out

Actually there are not too many differences from those title words. Essentially they refer to small personal computer designed for mobile use (mobile computer).

Notebook

Notebook is the early terms that comes along with the emerging of mobile computing tech. A laptop is usually shaped like a big notebook with 0.7-1.5 inches thickness and dimensions ranging from 10×8 inches (27×22cm, 13″ display) to 15×11 inches (39×28cm, 17″ display) and up. Nowadays laptops weighing 3 to 12 pounds.

woman with a notebook on her lap

Laptop

Laptops term comes in line with the terms Notebook. However, the word ‘laptop’ is often used because it is taken from the behavior of notebook users, who prefer to put the device on their lap rather than put it on the desk

Sony Vaio Subnotebook

Subnotebook

Subnotebook is Laptops weighing typically between 0.8 to 2.7 kg and a 6.4 to 13.3 inches diagonally display. A

subnotebook is a lightweight and small portable computer, which has most features of a standard laptop computer but comes smaller package. Subnotebook is often applied to systems that run full versions of desktop OS such as Windows or Linux, rather than specialized software such as Palm OS, Windows CE, or Internet Tablet OS.

psion netbook pro

Netbook

Netbook is a new term, which launched by Intel in February 2008. Netbook is intended for small sized notebook category with standard functionality and lightweight. Netbook can be called as a smaller version of the laptop. Technically, Netbook is a new term for the small size laptop with the emphasis on the function of Internet applications and wireless communication. Hence, should have wi-fi connection.

Nettop

There are also terms Nettop. Nettop is a version of the desktop (computer desk) in mini size and an internet connection which is a must. Netbook and nettop is the Intel project to provide computer access in developing countries.

EB UMPC with GPS

Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC)

Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC) is a small form factor (a standard size and shape) for tablet PCs and subnotebook/netbooks. Besides of 7-10 inch netbooks, 13.3 inch subnotebooks are also included. The form factor was initially developed as part of Project Origami, and at first only included tablet pc’s. The project was a joint development exercise by Intel, Samsung, and Microsoft. Intel is also responsible for the Mobile Internet Device, a variation on the UMPC concept.

Fujitsu Lifebook tablet PC

Tablet PC

Tablet PC is a notebook or slate-shaped mobile computer, that comes with a touchscreen or graphics tablet/screen hybrid technology which allows the user to operate the computer with a digital pen, or a fingertip, instead of a mouse And keyboard

The tablet PC offers a more mobile way to interact with a computer. The device often used where regular notebooks are impractical or don’t provide the needed functionality.

The term “Tablet PC” was introduced by Microsoft in a Keynote Address by Bill Gates at the 2001 Comdex conference. Tablet PC also known as Pen computer or Pen computing.

So, What’s next..?

Aopen to launch its Atom-based nettop ‘XC Cube LE200′ in August

Aopen, a leading computer manufacturer from Taiwan, confirmed that the company is going to launch its nettop ‘XC Cube LE200′ which is Atom-based for Japan market.

Featuring Intel Atom 230(1.6GHz) processor and Intel 945GC chipset with 2GB of RAM, it is scheduled to be available soon this month. So far they didn’t mention about the pricing.