What to buy... netbook or laptop?

they look similar right,what is the difference in a laptop and a netbook.What features does make them look similar and what are those which make them different from each other.

It would be best if you buy a netbook as a secondary one. Netbook is handy and is best to use outside as it is really handy but at home I still feel comfortable using a laptop that has a wider screen than a netbook. Buying abroad and having someone bring it for you without the box won't have a tax anymore especially if he's a returning worker. I don't think it is wise to buy a second hand one as you will just lose money on that usually second hand ones won't last long.

I'm using asus netbook. It's very handy and I like it so much because of the light weight. But if you consider to buy a new laptop or netbook then it will always depend on the workload that you have everyday. If you have online job then it would be better to use a laptop because of the speed, memory and battery life. If you just use one for facebooking or just use it for streaming then a netbook will do. Just be careful on the battery life of netbooks. They usually last just for 4-5 hours though the product will tell it will last for 8 hours.

It depends, if you'll walk around all the time with it and use it like in trains, bus then netbook, it's small and easy to care, specially if you actually work with it. But the netbooks is really small, if you are going to read in it you might have a headache so you have to think if it's worthed. Now to have at the house only, just to carry from the living to your room...a laptop is always better, you can even watch movies there.

It does'nt matter whether you buy a laptop or netbook but I advice you that not to buy seconand things. I had bought an seconand mobile, it costs less so I buyed it. When I uses it for more than a month I had got a lot of complaints in it. So never ever buy a seconand thing .

I guess because of your budget try a netbook, but that also depends on the kinds of things that you want to do with it. A laptop would be alot better for a heavy workload on a day to day basis. Netbooks are great for travel. Id look at the blackfriday sales. But get there early And buying second hand is always a horrible way to go when you are buying electronics. You dont know what kind of stuff they had put on the computer in the past. Just not a good idea.

I had that same problem of deciding which one I wanted. On the one hand a net book is small and can be carried in a back back. But it doesnt do everything I needed it to do. So I bought a laptop. I can still carry it in my back pack although it is a bit heavier. Maybe some day ill get a net book but for now am happy with my lap top

Yes, netbook might be lighter but it very slows. I would definately get a laptop!

well my freind if you want to use your computer system frequently then try laptop it is because laptop`s screen is wide and second it has more key and easy typing structure for daily user if you are going to use your system not frequently than you can have netbook

I have both and I can say that the two have their very own advantages and disadvantages but I assure you that they are all substantial machines that could help you in just about anything (though it won't make you a meal nor do your laundry and dishes). If you're the type that is just working with your computer most of the time at home, then I suggest you go and buy a laptop. It works better, and speaking of performance, it manages your needed tasks a lot faster because of its microprocessor. If you're the on-the-go type that needs to bring your computer with you anywhere you go, then the netbook is noteworthy of your company. Though it has its limitations, like the smaller screen and keyboard, lack of optical drive, lesser memory space I believe and some (the cheaper ones) don't have the CD drive you need for some installation purposes or just the regular DVD watching, netbooks are still twice or thrice lighter than laptops so it's very easy to bring and yes, lesser weight of baggage, lesser burden.

I think buying a second hand is not a wise decision. Try to check online becasue there are stores or individual that offecrs brandnew net book that would fit in your budget. Aside form the fact that you are assured for the next 1 year for a brand new laptop, you have a peace of mind since you know you are the first to used it.