There is no question that netbooks are the hottest gadgets on the market these days. These laptops are not only portable but are actually powerful enough to let you do your work. So you are not buying just an eye candy with netbooks. You are actually getting a real laptop for much less money. The netbook market is projected to grow by 65% in 2009, which is an staggering number for any market. But how is it that the netbook market is growing in these tough economic times?

Netbooks are popular because they are affordable. These days people can’t afford to pay close to a thousand dollar for a new laptop, especially if you need a second portable one. Paying $300-400 for a netbook seems more reasonable. And let’s not forget that a lot of folks who blog don’t need more than a netbook to get the job done. A lot of folks do use the iPhone as a portable computer, but in reality the iPhone is a mobile device and is not as convenient as netbooks when it comes to getting work done on the go.

The netbook market is growing and these device are becoming sophisticated. Computer manufacturers have realized that there is money to be earned here, which is why they are introducing all kinds of netbooks to the market. The more options we consumer have, the better we can choose a netbook that is right for us.