I have both a Toshiba Satellite (about 2 years old) and a brand-new Toshiba Netbook NB 350. Both have 2GB RAM and have Windows 7 Home Edition loaded. Jenn doesn't care much for the big laptop because it doesn't fit comfortable on her little lap, but she has fallen in love with the netbook. We got it with a USB plug-in DVD drive, but haven't used it yet. Total just over $500 from Amazon. I'd suggest looking there when you actually buy - the prices are as good as you'll find anywhere, no tax or shipping, and they have a good collection of user reviews. Oh yeah...and use the Mudcat portal to Amazon.