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ALSO CALLED: Notebooks, Mobile Computers
DEFINITION: A notebook computer is a battery- or AC-powered personal computer generally smaller than a briefcase that can easily be transported and conveniently used in temporary spaces such as on airplanes, in libraries, temporary offices, and at meetings. A notebook computer, sometimes called a laptop computer, typically weighs less than 5 pounds and is 3 inches or less in thickness. Among the best-known  … 
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Notebook Computers Reports
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Enable Your Workforce with True Anytime, Anywhere Connectivity
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
ANALYST REPORT: In August 2008, Qualcomm commissioned Forrester Consulting to evaluate the benefits that North American businesses have experienced as a result of providing notebook users with mobile broadband connectivity. In this paper you'll hear what IT and telecom/network decision-makers had to say.
Posted: 17 Nov 2009 | Published: 17 Nov 2009


Intel IT Technology Center
sponsored by Intel
MICROSITE: The resources compiled here explore ways your organization can work to achieve high performance computing. Read more about boosting server performance, how you can power desktops, increasing mobility and securing client systems. These tools will provide you with information to help your organization deliver the best overall performance. Period.
Posted: 12 Nov 2009 | Published: 12 Nov 2009


Upgrading your PCs? Why the processor makes a difference
sponsored by Intel Technology Provider
PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Use this guide to explain the importance of choosing an Intel® processor, describe the differences between Intel processors, find the right Intel processor for every customer, and up-sell customers to a higher level Intel processor.
Posted: 19 Oct 2009 | Published: 19 Oct 2009


Intel® Core™2 Processor with vPro™ Technology and Windows® 7: Better for Business
sponsored by Intel Technology Provider
WHITE PAPER: Technical decision makers are faced with many challenges in today's economy: help users get more work done faster and with fewer difficulties, protect the network and individual systems from attacks or malicious code, and much more. Find out how the Intel Core 2 processor with vPro technology complements the new Windows 7 operating system.
Posted: 19 Oct 2009 | Published: 19 Oct 2009


Protect Notebooks and Data with Intel® Anti-Theft Technology
sponsored by Intel Technology Provider
WHITE PAPER: Keeping data secure in a mobile environment is not just a daunting challenge, but a critical requirement. Complying with increasingly stringent regulations in data security and privacy adds additional complexity for companies with mobile users. Read this technology brief to learn about Intel® Anti-Theft Technology.
Posted: 16 Oct 2009 | Published: 16 Oct 2009


Developing a strategy around client manageability
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
PODCAST: Businesses today struggle to effectively manage clients due to the increase in options available. This podcast explores the top challenges of client manageability. Learn key considerations when developing a strategy around manageability.
Posted: 05 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 05 Oct 2009


Developing a Strategy Around Client Manageability
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
VIDEO: Businesses today struggle to effectively manage clients due to the increase in options available. This videocast explores the top challenges of client manageability. Learn key considerations when developing a strategy around manageability.
Posted: 05 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 05 Oct 2009


Notebook and Netbook Adoption in the Enterprise
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
ANALYST REPORT: In this tech adoption profile commissioned by Dell and Intel, Forrester Consulting presents the results of a survey conducted with North American IT decision makers regarding enterprise adoption of notebooks, netbooks, and alternative computing models.
Posted: 02 Oct 2009 | Published: 02 Oct 2009


Trend Advisory: Information-Centric Security
sponsored by CDW Corporation
WHITE PAPER: Read this document to learn how to best confront the threats to your network by keeping pace with the latest innovations and learning how to classify your information.
Posted: 08 Sep 2009 | Published: 08 Sep 2009


Moblin Open Source Project Road Map
sponsored by Intel Corporation
VIDEO: In this Videocast, Intel Open Source Chief Strategist Dirk Hohndel provides an overview of Moblin, the Open Source project focused on building a Linux-based platform optimized for the next generation of mobile devices including Netbooks, Mobile Internet Devices, and In-vehicle infotainment systems.
Posted: 03 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 03 Sep 2009


Gartner Report: Enterprise Managed PC Backup Services
sponsored by Iron Mountain Digital
ANALYST REPORT: In this report, Gartner examines why PC and notebook backup services are making a comeback and compares offerings from four service providers targeting midsize and enterprise customers.
Posted: 14 Aug 2009 | Published: 14 Aug 2009


Endpoint Security, Endpoint Management: The Cost-Cutter's Case for Convergence
sponsored by Lumension
ANALYST REPORT: Read this Aberdeen Group benchmark report to learn specific recommendations on achieving Best-in-Class status and how to focus first on the security of endpoint systems, then on compliance, then on optimizing ongoing management for greater efficiency and lower cost.
Posted: 18 Jun 2009 | Published: 18 Jun 2009


Tipcast: How solid state drives will affect enterprise systems
sponsored by Sun Microsystems, Inc.
PODCAST: In this Tipcast, the editors from SearchStorage.com will highlight tips related to why vendors of storage arrays need to rebalance their systems for SSDs, and explore why using SSDs to help run server applications faster may prove hard to deliver.
Posted: 17 Dec 2008 | Premiered: 17 Dec 2008

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NOTEBOOK COMPUTERS DEFINITION (continued): …  makers of notebook and laptop computers are IBM, Apple, Compaq, Dell, Toshiba, and Hewlett-Packard. Notebook computers generally cost more than desktop computers with the same capabilities because they are more difficult to design and manufacture. A notebook can effectively be turned into a desktop computer with a docking station, a hardware frame that supplies connections for peripheral input/output devices such as a printer or larger monitor. The less capable port replicator allows you to connect a notebook to a number of peripherals through a single plug.Notebooks usually come with displays … 
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