A place for Mini Computers

I must say, I stand corrected that there is a viable place in the market for mini computer like the Dell Netbook. I still stand by my opinion that hand held devices will handle most web browsing and basic text type editing in the near future. However, I think this trend is only viable in the consumer market. Mini computers will have a place in the education market. As schools (K12 and high ed) continue to implement 1:1 computer initiatives where every student has their own computers, these mini computers will have a place. Their low price point and ultra portability make them perfect for kiddos to carry around with them from class to class. In addition, most manufacturers try to make the mini pcs more durable to withstand the beating they are sure to get from students in the K12 market (this will only improve as solid state harddrives continue to increase in size and drop in price). I look forward to seeing how this progresses and am happy to be in an industry where I can watch it first hand!