Carl Denk wrote: > That $300 may get me something usable, but likely (I have looked but > haven't found yet) it comes with not a Windows install disc, but a > restore/repair disc. Actually, you would get a restore partition. A netbook by definition doesn't have an optical drive. You may be able to get a netbook for $250 or even $200 (before tax), you just have to wait for a sale. Fry's is selling an MSI netbook right now for $270 after rebate: http://www.frys.com/product/6173599 Vitaliy -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist