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Choosing a Palmtop
Home » Handheld Electronics » Palmtops » Choosing a PalmtopIf you are considering purchasing a palmtop, think of all the advantages that it offers. It offers fast and accurate handwriting recognition. You have your information with you at all times. They are relatively inexpensive. You can transfer data between your palmtop and your PC. The most important thing to consider when choosing a palmtop is whether or not it fits in with your lifestyle. For people who rarely travel, a palmtop may not be necessary. However, if you are frequently on the road and are tired of carrying around a bulky laptop, a palmtop may be just what you need.
When choosing your palmtop, take the following things into consideration:
• How much do you want to spend?
• What features do you want?
• Are you likely to abuse it?
• Are you on the road a lot?
• Will it replace a palm-top or other palm-sized device?
Most palmtops have these standard features: handwriting recognition, a stylus, an infrared port, and built in PIM (Personal Information Manager) functions like Outlook Contacts, Calendar, To-do lists, and Notes. Optional features include color screens, expansion slots, digital voice recorders, and e-mail and wireless capability. Find out what features are important to you and choose the Palmtop that fits your lifestyle.
References
www.wikpedia.org
http://www.uchsc.edu/is/palmtops/choosing.htm
http://www.bartleby.com/65/pa/palmtop.html
http://www.jr.com/Templates/Guides/HANDHELD+AND+PDA.tem?JRSource=nsa&nsa=1#03
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