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Intel Classmate PC review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Intel Celeron M 353
Clock speed: 0.9 GHz
Number of processors installed: 1
Number of processors supported: 1
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 915GMS Express
Memory
RAM installed: 256 MB
Number of memory slots: 1
RAM type: DDR2 SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
USB: 2
Wireless LAN: 802.11b, g
Ethernet: 10/100Mbps
Expansion slots
Flash card: SD card
Hard drive storage
Hard drive type: solid state
Hard drive size: 2 GB
Video
Graphics processor: Intel GMA 900
Graphics RAM: 128 MB
Graphics memory technology: Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Display
Display technology: passive-matrix LCD
Display diagonal size: 7 in
Maximum resolution: 800x480 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: 2-button touchpad, digital pen (optional)
Keyboard: water resistant
Cabinet (chassis)
Case form factor: clamshell
OS & software
Operating system: Windows XP Professional (Linux also available)
Software included: Microsoft Office 2003
Audio
Microphone: yes
Speakers: stereo
Audio connectors: microphone, headphone
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Estimated battery life (mfr): 4 h
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Intel Classmate PC

Editors rating
Rating: 7.0
Verdict

Aimed at students in developing countries, the Intel Classmate PC is an intriguing attempt at a low-cost notebook. We love the rugged design, but the small 2GB solid-state hard drive doesn't leave a lot of room for growth.

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