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The Dell Latitude 2100 is a small, lightweight netbook designed to be easy for students to carry to and from class. It comes with a durable case, a rubberized outside that is easy to clean and gives traction on any surface. The laptop also comes with an optional carrying handle that makes it easy to lug it around. Compared to other netbooks on the market the keyboard is one of the better keyboards, spaced well for comfort and practicality for both small and larger fingers. There is an optional keyboard available with an antimicrobial protection that helps inhibit bacterial growth. The rubberized case comes in a rainbow variety of colors and the Dell Latitude 2100 comes with a built-in webcam and a network activity light that allows a teacher to see if the student is surfing the Internet instead of working on an assignment.
MSRP $389.00
Release date May, 2009
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Features
- Intel Atom N270 (1.60 GHz, 512KB L2 Cache, 533MHz FSB)
- Vista, XP Home, or Ubuntu Linux
- Intel 945 GS Express Chipset
- 10.1" WSVGA (1024 x 576) LED Display (touch screen optional)
- Touchpad
- Dual Channel DDR2 Memory, up to 1GB integrated
- Solid State Drives up to 16 GB
- 5400rpm hard drives upto 250GB
- Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
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Dell Latitude 2100
• Latitude 2100 Laptop Computer (Intel Atom N270 160GB/GB)
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Competitors
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MSRP $400.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- great keyboard layout
- might be the one of the only 8.9" option available once Acer and Asus pull theirs from the market
- LG Intelligent Update (internet)
Cons
- hasn't been available in the NA market for the longest time
- 8.9" netbooks are on their way out due to poor usability compared to their 10" equivalents
- not a highly competitive price
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
LG X110
MSRP $379.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- amazing full-sized laptop keyboard - blows away the competition which feature cramped and irregularly laid out keys
- uses the Atom over the older VIA C7 processors
- cheaper and more competitive for the netbook segment compared to last-gen product
Cons
- ditches the superior resolution of the Mini-Note (not even an option for the higher end models!)
- poor SSD and HDD options
- 10.2" model is pretty expensive for a netbook @ $699
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
HP Mini 1000
MSRP $450.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- great keyboard layout
- splashtop-based instant-on OS, for basic computing without the boot time of Windows XP
- matte enclosure finish - not a fingerprint magnet like almost every other netbook
Cons
- thicker and heavier than the majority of netbooks
- standard netbook fare
- expensive for what it is
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
LG X120
MSRP $389.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- good build quality
- loud speakers
- clear and bright display
Cons
- over 3 pounds
- smaller keyboard
- older Atom N270
Dell Latitude 2100
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Fujitsu M2010
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MSRP $429.99
Released October, 2008
Pros
- larger keyboard and screen improves usability
- 160GB HDD allows for much more storage
- much cheaper than the 1000H model
Cons
- no bluetooth
- now over 3 pounds, not as easy to handle and carry as the smaller 900 series
- 10" screen keeps the original resolution of 1024x600
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
Asus Eee PC 1000HA
MSRP $499.99
Released September, 2009
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
BenQ Joybook Lite U101
MSRP --
Released January, 2009
Pros
- Large netbook touchpad
- Keyboard is crisp and no deflect on use
- Small 6-cell battery
Cons
- Glare screen
- No LED indicator for webcam
- Small exhaust fan outlet
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
LG X130
MSRP $499.99
Released August, 2009
Pros
- WXGA 1366 x 768 on 10.1" display
- Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 g/g/Draft n
- Large touch pad
Cons
- high price compared to similar offerings
- 3-cell battery - compared to those much larger on cheaper alternatives
- noisy fan
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
Sony VAIO W
MSRP $349.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- 720p res screen available
- good battery life
- small size for a 10" screen
Cons
- cramped keyboard
- can't upgrade memory past 1GB
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
Dell Mini 10
MSRP $450.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- 6-cell battery standard - ~6 hours of battery life
- first netbook from Acer (arguably any manufacturer) to be geared towards business users
Cons
- uses the slightly older N720 processor
- nothing to distinguish itself from other 10.1" netbooks
- doesn't approach the battery life of similarly priced models from other manufacturers
Dell Latitude 2100
vs.
Acer Aspire One 531h
Reviews
September 8, 2009
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Pros
- cheap touchscreen option ($30)
- rugged build, won't scuff easily
- activity light can be incorporated into educational software / study programs, used to make sure students aren't fooling around
- can be ordered with specially designed charging/storage stations and remote management software - ideal for schools
- configurable from the manufacturer
Cons
- heavy and thick compared to other netbooks
- poor battery life - an hour lower than the average
- targeted towards young students (K-8)
- not a slick choice for at home use
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September 11, 2009
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Pros
- cheap touchscreen option ($30)
- rugged build, won't scuff easily
- quiet fan
- antimicrobial protection on keyboard
Cons
- heavy and thick compared to other netbooks
- poor battery life - an hour lower than the average
- activity light brightness cannot be controlled
- 6 cell battery is big
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