Windows 7

Windows 7 Netbook – The Acer AOD250-1146

Posted in Acer Aspire One, Windows 7 on October 24th, 2009 by admin – 20 Comments

The Acer AOD250-1146 is our first Netbook certified to run Windows 7 starter edition. So, let's get to the question at hand. Does it run Windows 7 starter edition smoothly...correctly. The short answer is yes. This is what windows 7 starter edition is designed for. A PC that needs to connect to multiple online sources without having to display a crazy rich desktop environment (aero). Per Microsoft this is what Windows 7 starter edition is all about:

Windows 7 Starter makes netbooks easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do—less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. Windows 7 Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows.

This Acer Netbook comes with all the right hardware in order to run Windows 7.  Check it out

Processor:  It's the latest intel Atom processor running at 1.66 GHz (n280).  In case ya didn't know the Atom processors use about 1/10th the electricity of a normal processor but allowing you to access the net, video chat, im and listen to music all at once (and quickly).

Ram:  1024 megabytes - it's enough to run Windows 7 starter edition smoothly, however you'll probably want to upgrade to 2 GB if your planning on running a lot of applications at once.

Hard Drive: 250 GB is a lot of space for a netbook.  After all, netbooks are mainly used for accessing the internet and chatting which barely use any space at all.  So, 250 is more than you'll ever need if you're planning on just browsing the internet and chatting.  However, if you're going to be copying your iTunes library on the netbook make sure it's less than 150 GB.

Networking:  The Acer AOD250-1146 comes with a hard wired 10/100 ethernet port and support for any wireless signal (B,G and N).  If you're looking to connect to the internet anywhere go then grab a cellular internet card.

Screen:  It's one of my favorite laptop screens...the 10.1 inch CrystalBrite LED Display.  The thing I really love about this screen is that you can actually see it outside on bright days (like when you're traveling in the car).

If you're looking for a great netbook at a great price then the Acer line of netbooks with Windows 7 is a solid choice.