For the last year or two it's been netbooks that have keept the overall sales figures of PC's in relatively in good shape, though still on a downwards trend. However, last years figures are in and show a possible full recovery on the way, again, thanks to netbook sales.

Worldwide shipments for 2009 were up 2.3 percent compared to 2008, according to the IDC Quarterly PC Tracker Report released Wednesday. Several months ago, ending the year with any shipment growth at all was looking unlikely. But after showing signs of life in the third quarter, followed by a healthy fourth quarter, it appears that the PC business is making a comeback.