New $399 notebook PC models are designed for basic computing needs such as surfing the internet wirelessly and safely, sending and receiving email, listening to and burning CDs, watching DVDs, and downloading or saving a reasonable amount files. $399 notebook PCs meet the needs of the majority of notebook users. If you are a businessperson, designer, serious video gamer, or multimedia enthusiast, then you will need to increase your price range during your search for a new notebook that will meet your personal or business computing requirements.
You can typically buy a notebook PC for $399 with the following technical specs: Intel Celeron single-core or Via C7-M processor, 512 MB DDR2 system RAM, 60 or 80 GB hard drive, 15.4 inch widescreen display, CD-RW/DVD combo drive, 802.11b/g wireless LAN, and Windows Vista Basic or a Linux-based operating system.