What is the difference between laptop and notebook? Easily explained

The terms "notebook" and "laptop" are often incorrectly used synonymously, although there are clear differences. This practical tip tells you where they are.

Laptop and notebook - these are the differences

• The first difference between the two terms lies in the name: "Notebook" means "notebook", while "laptop" means "lap calculator".
• A notebook is fairly light and often not very big. It fits in every backpack - just like a notebook. However, this can be at the expense of the equipment: Notebooks usually have no CD drive, fewer interfaces and less computing power.
• A laptop, on the other hand, is a rather heavy computer with a large screen and can almost replace a standing PC. The disadvantage of the higher weight is compensated for by performance and a large number of connections.
• Today the two terms are often confused and the difference is no longer as relevant as it used to be. Because with ever more powerful processors and the decreasing importance of CD drives, the boundaries between notebook and laptop are becoming increasingly blurred.
• Ultimately, there is hardly a manufacturer or dealer who differentiates between the two terms. Therefore, "laptop" and "notebook" are often used completely synonymously these days.

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