Task 1: The table below shows the worldwide market share of the notebook computer market for manufacturers in the years 2006 and 2007.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.
| Company | 2006 % Market Share | 2007 % Market Share |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 31.4 | 34.0 |
| Dell | 16.6 | 20.2 |
| Acer | 11.6 | 10.7 |
| Toshiba | 6.2 | 7.3 |
| Lenovo | 6.6 | 6.2 |
| Fujitsu-Siemens | 4.8 | 2.3 |
| Others | 22.8 | 19.3 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Task 2: In many societies, more and more people are choosing to live on their own. What are the reasons behind this? Is it a positive or negative trend?
Write at least 250 words.