HP introduces new entry-level Mini-Note that includes a Suse Linux operating system, a 1GB memory and a 3-cell battery, while a higher priced version has Windows Vista Business, 2GB memory and a larger 6-cell battery. Hewlett Packard (HP), the world’s largest seller of computers, unveiled a mini-laptop that sells for Rs:40000 and is aimed at the education market.

With a starting weight of 1.27 kg, the system is designed to survive classroom life with a sturdy yet lightweight anodised aluminium shell and HP’s 3D DriveGuard to protect the hard disk against damage.

The device is expected to compete with the Intel Classmate and the One Laptop Per Child products, which have mainly been marketed to developing countries. However, HP also sees the Mini-Note as suiting business and mobile professionals who value the mobility and usability of the low cost machine.

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