What is a Notebook?
A notebook, also called a laptop, is a portable computer that has almost all the functions of a desktop PC but in a smaller and lighter design. It includes a screen, keyboard, touchpad, and an internal battery, usually weighing between 1–3 kg.
Main Features
- Portability: Easy to carry in a bag or backpack.
- Battery power: Can be used for several hours without direct electricity.
- Different performance levels: From simple models for daily use to powerful ones for design, programming, or gaming.
- All-in-one design: Screen, keyboard, and system in one compact body.
- Connectivity: USB, HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.
Advantages:
- Easy to carry anywhere
- Lower power consumption compared to desktop PCs
- Takes less space on the desk
- Different models for different needs (student, business, professional, gaming)
Disadvantages:
- Hard to upgrade or replace parts
- Usually less powerful than a desktop with the same price
- Can heat up faster because of limited cooling system
- Sometimes more expensive than desktop PCs
Common Uses:
- Students and office work
- Programming and design
- Presentations and meetings
- Gaming (with gaming laptops)
- Multimedia tasks like photo and video editing
