The VAR Guy

Generally speaking, The VAR Guy has been careful not to hype netbooks. In many cases, the low-cost consumer devices are either too cheap or too underpowered (or both) for demanding users. But there are some real examples of well-designed netbooks — and promotional efforts — succeeding in the IT channel. Here’s a case in point from Acer.

Acer sometime today is expected to announce a so-called K-12 Seed Unit Program. The effort, which leverages Acer solutions providers, includes such  prizes as a school computer lab and a truckload of Netbooks, The VAR Guy has heard. Here’s the scoop.