While we're all awash with news about Intel's new processors, let's not forget that the previous model netbooks are still available and are still alive and kicking. In particular, those netbooks like the MSI WInd U110 that run have GMA 500 graphics will still do an excellent job for playing HD video. For those that have Windows machines, there's no problem in taking advantage of this.

But for our more daring Linux brethren, they have been left in the cold in this respect, until now. Linux Tipps has the low-down on how to use a Video Acceleration API to get your penguin OS up to speed to enjoy HD. This tip was done in Ubuntu Linux but I'm sure it can be pulled off on other variants of the OS.

Hit the link below to get more info, though be warned that this does need a bit of know how to pull off.

source Linux Tipps via liliputing

A post from the Asus Eee PC blog.

Enabling HD on Ubuntu Linux for GMA500 Netbooks

At CeBIT in Germany, MSI have showcased two new MSI Wind netbook models. The first netbook, the U100 Plus, is an updated version of the popular MSI Wind U100. The U100 plus will feature the new Intel Atom N280 processor, an ICH7M chipset and Intel 945GSE graphics as updated specs. The netbook is also listed as coming with 2GB of RAM, the same as the original U100. The original U100 model however only comes with 1GB of RAM, so we'll have to wait for an update on the true RAM size of the U100 plus. Other specs including a 160GB hard drive, 10.2 inch display and 1.3 megapixel web camera remain the same as the U100.

MSI have also shown off the U110 Eco netbook which also features a 10 inch display and other similar specifications. The specifications that have been changed include the processor and in build graphics. The U110 will feature the Intel Atom Z530 processor and Intel GMA500 graphics which will provide extra battery life, giving to the Eco name of the netbook.

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A post from the Asus Eee PC blog.

MSI Wind U100 Plus and U110 Eco shown off at CeBIT