I had always just used the family computer to do any homework, essays etc. But eventually I did need one of my own since I was starting at university and so would need a computer to complete assignments. I wanted a laptop so I could sit with it on my bed and wouldn't be restricted to my desk whenever I wanted to use it. Also one that was small enough to carry around in my bag, as well as not being too expensive in case it broke or whatever. I bought this one for just £200 from Argos, and I must say for such a cheap price it has served me well so far. It's small and lightweight so is very easy to carry around, it came with windows 7 and Microsoft Office, although I ...  Read the complete review

=== The product === This is a netbook which is designed to allow you to log on to the internet fast. It's smaller than a standard laptop and has less 'thrills' so can be purchased much cheaper than a standard laptop. === The packaging === When I purchased mine, brand new from Argos, back in September 2010 it came packaged in a box, within the box was some wrapping around the laptop and some polystyrene to keep it in place. I kept the box for the past year, with the receipt, just incase I needed to claim on the warranty but I've had no need for this, so far, and will be disposing of it next month once it's out of warranty. === ...  Read the complete review

Why I Bought The Zoostorm Freedom 10-270 For my son's birthday last year we decided to buy him a net book, since he was turning 13, we thought it would be a good idea for him to have something on which to keep his school work etc. It's slim and compact, black with a silver trim, comes with battery pack, adapter and charger, complete with a useful user guide and 12 months warranty and help desk support. Do only fools rush in? Now I rushed in and bought this net book without doing any research on it, which was silly of me as I don't know a great deal about computers, I saw this one on the Argos website and decided the price was right so I ...  Read the complete review