Dell launched netbooks for students

Dell has launched the first netbook version for elementary students in the context of users and businesses cutting technology spending . The 'student' netbook version has a configuration close to a regular laptop but is cheaper, smaller, lighter and less powerful.

Unlike other Dell netbooks, the Latitude 2100 version is intended for elementary students with lighter colors, covered with rubber covers to minimize damage when accidentally dropped. It also has a spill-resistant mechanism, so even if you accidentally poured milk into the phone, the Latitude 2100 is unharmed. The Latitude 2100 has a light indicator that signals when the device is connected to the Internet.

In a recent interview, executive director of Dell, Michael Dell, said he did not expect the introduction of netbooks into schools that would help solve all problems, but just a tool to support students to they study better.

The Latitude 2100 has a 10-inch screen and a larger keyboard than other regular netbooks. This netbook can be configured to use a touch screen that Dell says is useful for a child's tiny hand. The Latitude 2100 has an antibacterial keyboard so it's clean and hygienic for children. It is also equipped with a webcam and runs on Windows XP, Vista and Linux Ubuntu operating systems.

However, unlike the OLPC laptop for elementary school students ($ 100), the Latitude 2100 is priced at up to $ 369, and therefore it is difficult to reach students in developing countries. In addition, if you want to upgrade more configuration for Latitude 2100, users even have to pay the price of over 500USD.

Dell did not disclose sales of computers sold to schools but only said that its computer segment for government and health agencies each year brought in $ 14 billion, accounting for 23% of Dell's 2008 revenue. .