"Most netbooks are less expensive than larger laptop computers, but many of us may still be deterred by the price of certain desirable netbooks. There are a fair number of them out there that retail in the $400 to $600 range and this is creeping too close to the range of a “real” notebook. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could have that portable Internet-surfing device on a more modest budget? With the Acer Aspire One, you can. There are configurations of the Aspire One that sell for $400 or more, but if you look to the lower end of the range, there are more affordable options as well."