You can buy a transformer in the States which will have outlets for the world (i.e. Europe, Australia etc.). Thy cost about 25 in the Target chain, I'm sure you can get one in Walmart as well. In terms of buying the netbook there, what will you do about warranty, support etc.? Might be cheaper to purchase initially but think of phone/shipment etc. costs in terms of any problems which may arise. Also, lots of PC's etc. are pre-loaded with localised software which may not suit in terms of your normal usage of the computer. Worth checking out this stuff.