Asus Eee PC 1005-HA: The Positive & Negative

Since it's been two weeks when Borgy has purchased his Asus Eee PC Seashell netbook, I asked for his feedback. Read on why it's a good purchase and the problems he encountered (so far).

The POSITIVE: Why the Asus Eee PC 1005-HA is a good purchase:
1. Long battery life. It lasts for 6.5 hours on Linux; 8.5 hours on Windows.
2. Keyboard size is large at 92% full-sized.
3. Good design, slim
4. Fast and responsive
5. Glossy screen makes for crisper display (but can hurt visibility when outdoors due to glare)

The NEGATIVE: Problems encountered
1. The following are not supported out of the box after installing Linux:
a. LAN
b. Wi-Fi
c. Hotkeys


2. Touchpad is too sensitive that it would activate while typing.
3. It is heavier than most netbooks (but he doesn't really mind).

Instructions on how the the LAN, Wi-Fi, and hotkey problems were solved will be posted by Borgy in a separate entry, coming soon! :D