The ASUS Eee PC (pronounced as the letter e, IPA /iː/) is a subnotebook / netbook computer designed by ASUS. At the time of its introduction, it was noted for its combination of a light weight, Linux-based operating system, solid-state drive and relatively low cost. Newer models have added the option of Windows XP operating system and traditional hard disk drives. Newer models have also increased in price, though they remain relatively inexpensive as laptops, and notably inexpensive for ultra-small laptops.
According to ASUS, the name Eee derives from "the three Es," an abbreviation of its advertising slogan for the device: "Easy to learn, Easy to work, Easy to play". It is manufactured by Pegatron Technology.
In the UK, the ASUS Eee PC is also distributed as the RM Asus Minibook by RM.
Microsoft is reportedly in talks with Asus regarding a version of Windows 7 optimised for platforms such as the Eee. The new Atom-based EEE PCs have been announced on June 3, 2008 at Computex 2008 in Taipei, Taiwan. Future models will ship with WiMax in the latter part of the year.