10.1-Inch Toshiba Netbook NB305-N600

I was thinking of buying a new computer. I really just need it for web browsing. Updating my music and my itunes on it. And occasionally sending emails and doing minor work realted stuff. Not looking for anything too expensive, just something simple and effeceint. Does anyone know anything about this computer, 10.1-Inch Toshiba Netbook NB305-N60. Or any other computer that would be good for these few uses.

If you haven't noticed, netbooks are being phased out with tablets and the upcoming ultrabooks.
the biggest reason is the start up time.  15 minutes when you factor in the virus checkers updating itself.
tablets offer instant start.
another factor is the small screen... there's a lot of scrolling compared to a larger screen.
I strongly recommend going to the store and asking for a demo on a restart.  Take a stop watch with you.  Add an additional 5 minutes for the virus checker to complete updating itself.
I love my Netbook.... when it's running Ubuntu....  it starts up in 30 seconds!

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