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HP launches Compaq CQ2000 desktop PC

Compact, affordable Atom-based home computer for £229

8 January 2009 16:13 GMT / By Amy-Mae Elliott

HP has introduced the Compaq CQ2000 desktop PC, an "affordable" offering for the New Year.

Promising "elegant style, energy efficiency and affordability", HP is angling the new computer as a "cool-looking addition to the homes of Internet-centric consumers, young professionals and families".

Energy Star 5-compliant, the CQ2000 has a compact design at around a third of the size of a traditional desktop PC and boasts an Intel Atom 230 processor, 1GB memory and 160GB hard drive.

HP is bundling the PC with a Compaq W201q wide flat-panel 20.1-inch monitor, with HP BrightView Technology and integrated active speakers.

The Compaq CQ2000 desktop PC will be available as of 9 February for £229.00 or £329.00 with the monitor.