So apparently, the netbook isn’t dead.  Although it does seem to have gotten a a bit better than I remember.  The Microsoft Store is offering this ASUS X102BA-BH41T Touchscreen Laptop for only $249.00.  That’s the best price I could find for this system.  And for a limited time you can also get a $25 Windows Store gift card with purchase of qualifying Windows touch devices.

• 10.1-inch HD touchscreen
• AMD A4-1200
• 2 GB memory/320 GB HDD
• Up to 5 hours battery life
• This PC can be updated to Windows 8.1 for free at the Windows Store.