The U100 is based around Intel’s Atom processor, running at 1.6 Gigahertz.  It has a 160GB hard drive, 1 GB RAM, Windows XP, and 802.11b/g Wi-Fi. This is a pretty typical 10 inch netbook featureset – which isn’t too surprising considering that this computer probably served as the model for many other netbook designs.

When the U100 first arrived, it’s greatest improvement on other netbooks was probably the computer’s sleek design. Asus took some time before the Eee developed into an attractive machine, but MSI put serious effort into making an appealing laptop right from the get-go.

Today, the MSI Wind U100 is available both new and used. New models are approaching $300, with used computers going for somewhat less. You can see its listings at both eBay and Amazon.