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Posted by Notan on February 6, 2006, 11:21 am
Please log in for more thread options Steve Mackie wrote:
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> > Can anyone tell me, is there any difference between notebook computer,
> > and laptop computer? What are the major differences between them, so,
> > we cannot use a notebook computer on the lap and it needs a flat
> > surface?
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> The dictionary says a notebook is smaller than a laptop. IMO, people who
> have been in the computer game for 10-15 years+ call them laptops out of
> habit. All new portable computers are considered "notebooks," however the
> old-timers call them "laptops." I own a notebook, but I call it a laptop.
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> That's only my opinion though, here's some good info:
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laptop
All computers should be placed on a flat surface, whether it's for
stability (desktop) or cooling (laptop/notebook).
Notan
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