As opposed to many other netbooks, the Inspiron 12 does not lack in terms of inputs/outputs; it has three USB2.0 ports, 10/100 ethernet connection, wireless G connectivity, VGA out, and a 3 in 1 media card reader. It features the option of 3 or 6 cell battery, the latter will provide the Inspiron 12 with ample amount of battery life. Unlike many netbooks, the 1280x800 LCD display is the same resolution as many larger notebooks on the market, providing a good amount of screen estate compare to it's competitions. The Dell Inspiron 12 is the netbook of choice for those looking for a step up from netbooks on the market, though the extra features does come with a larger price tag.