UMPC vs Netbook

Basically these devices, the UMPC and Netbook, designed for users with high mobility.
The form is small and lightweight making it easy to carry two devices everywhere. Spirit of both the device itself is the availability of internet connection via WiFi and the front was supposed to be followed by 3.5 G or HSDPA connection. In Indonesia alone, the use of Internet-based WiFi already widespread in several major cities. In Jakarta, for example, Internet users are surfing while waiting for the plane take off in an airport lounge, it's not an alien thing. University campuses also have Wi-Fi to provide facilities to support teaching and learning activities of students.
Even in public places like city parks, not infrequently have been provided free access berselanjar in cyberspace with Wi-Fi connection. The same phenomenon seen in many cafes, such as Starbucks and Cafe La Mode Cafe in Plaza Indonesia, Coffee Club and Cafe Coffee Bean Senayan in Cilandak Town Square, where visitors can access the Internet to view the artist's political news or the latest gossip while sipping a hot cappuccino. Places that provide Wi-Fi facility is very flourishing. Places where there is Wi-Fi facility is usually called a Hot Spot Area. Every time you make a connection on a Hot Spot with your UMPC or Netbook, you could actually endanger your own UMPC or Netbook. Hot Spot is an open network that does not use encryption so that when you connect with users Hot
Another spot, then they can infiltrate and cause damage to your computer.


But do not let this cause you fear against various Hot Spot because there are several ways to secure your computer when you connect to the Hot Spot, namely:
1. Turn off ad-hoc mode WiFi: WiFi works in two modes namely infrastructure mode, which you use when connected to a network, and ad-hoc mode when you connect directly to another computer. If you turn on ad-hoc fashion then there is likely someone near you using ad-hoc connection without your knowledge and they can get into your PC with free. So do not forget to turn off ad-hoc mode, follow these steps:
1. Right click on the wireless icon in system tray
2. Select Status
3. Click Properties
4. Select the Wireless Networks tab
5. Choose your current network connection
6. Click Properties, then click the Association tab
7. Remove the checkmark in the box "This is a computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) network."
8. Click OK and keep clicking OK until all dialog boxes to close

2. Use a Wireless Virtual Private Network (VPN): When you are at a hot spot areas, people laindapat see passwords, user names, email and any yangAnda do online. One of the best ways untukmelindungi yourself is with a wireless VPN which encrypts all information you send and receive them online. One is the Hotspot VPN using VPN software that was built in in Windows XP so you do not need to download
software.
3. Use the USB fl ash drive is encrypted: For maximum protection, use a laptop that is really clean and has only just inside the OS application, and enter all your data into the USB fl ash drive that is encrypted. That way, if someone tried to infiltrate into your PC they will not be able to read or alter your data.
4. Use of personal fi rewall: Firewall will protect you from anyone who tries to get into your computer and prevent the spyware or Trojan from your PC to connect out. For maximum security do not only depend on the innate Windows-fi rewall one direction, but use other rewall fi good. ZoneAlarm provides a free rewall fi is pretty good.
5. Turn off fi le sharing: With you turn it off have helped prevent others from taking fi le of your system. To turn it off, the windows explorer, right click on any drive or folder, select sharing & security and remove the checkmark in the box "Share this folder on
the network. "
6. Make sure you use hot spot official: Ask first clarity on the information at the mall or a cafe where the hot spot because one mode is the existence of fraud hot spot someone who set himself a hot spots in public places to steal your personal information or data.
7. Turn off your wireless adapter if you're offl Magazine: If you're not connected to the internet at a hot spot area, you better turn off your wireless adapter.

8. Use email encryption: Enable email encryption when you're in hot spot areas. For example, in Outlook 2003 select Options from the Tools menu, click the Security tab and give it a tick in the box "Encrypt contents and attachments for outgoing messages." Then click OK.

9. Consider your surroundings: To steal your passwords and user names, others do not have to use technical means and in fact they only just a little peek enough when you're typing.
10. Never leave your laptop: Of course this is not only inviting hackers, but also a thief.

UMPC vs. Netbook
Once we know each defi technicians on UMPC and Netbook, then we also have seen per-
Direct comparisons between the two devices with Notebook / Laptop, now we will compare both these portable gadgets. From this comparison, you will more easily determine which one would you choose as the gadget of your activity companion.


The main feature of a netbook is:
1. Screen size 7 "- 11". The size of today tend to be 10 ".
2. Small size and light weight - less than 1.5 kg.
3. Work well in Linux or Windows XP. Netbook now most have now include Windows XP.
4. Prices roughly in the range of $ 300 - $ 500.
5. Long battery life to 6-12 hours of usage.

The main features of the UMPC:
1. Screen sizes range from 8 ". The screen is smaller than the net book.
2. Prices are generally higher than a netbook if judging from the consideration of usability you get.
3. Portable or rather 'ultra-mobile'.
4. Using the touch screen, stylus and on-screen key board. Some have a small keyboard.
5. RAM and Hard Disk size depends on the development factory made, but the average UMPC has a minimum of 1GB of RAM and 30-160 GB Hard Disk space.
6. UMPC runs on Intel or VIA processors.
7. Notebook features closer, even some of the UMPC has the optical drive.
8. Battery power is less than a netbook, even though the new models can run up to 10 hours as the Nova Mobility's, the second generation of the Industry Side Arm 2 UMPC.


So, what would you choose? It all depends on the needs and interests of buying a gadget.
Whether for performance, style, mobility, or the other. What is clear winner in the Netbook price, the keyboard, better screen, and battery life. UMPC was brought impression compact (portable) is higher, smaller and more mobile forms, as well as a lightweight and stylish body. Regarding the shortage of each gadget, you can compare your own tour through the fi-fi tour that has been described above. So, congratulations to explore the world of hardware through the UMPC and Netbook
(Dikutip dari Gado-Gado IT ed.7)