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Can I use a NetBook with FP software?

April 26, 2017FP netbook Software

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Can I use a NetBook with FP software?

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Yes. A Windows powered NetBook is just a smaller version of a lap top computer without a CD ROM or DVD drive. We like the eMachines EM250 (now Acer) that sells for under $200 when on sale. NetBooks are a little harder to use than a lap top, but it is much easier if you attach a USB mouse. A track ball is sometimes better than a mouse if you have limited desk space. NetBooks will often have a video out connector for attaching a larger screen. The no-name net books that you will often see for under $100 are another option. These operate on Windows CE operating system. They tend to be a lower quality device, and some do not support full USB port operation. If you can operate a USB thumb drive from the no-name USB port, then it mab be possible to operate a USB serial adapter from these NetBooks. We have the USB driver and FPcomCE software for these no-name NetBooks that operate on Windoows CE, but we will not support them.