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ThinkGOS using MySpace tie-in for new linux pc: ThinkGOS using MySpace tie-in for new Linux PCUltimately fit for the ultimate abuseAlas, Linux is ultimately fit for the ultimate abuse. Open source completely in the service of advertising. What's to stop a McDonalds Linux? Or a Hilton Linux?I have often wondered why this kind of horror isn't happening on...; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, UNIX, Operating systems, PC, Linux, Linux server, MySpace, Linux PC; Discussion threads 2008-04-07
ThinkGOS using MySpace tie-in for new linux pc: ThinkGOS and Everex have found a new gimmick for selling Linux desktops -- a tie-in with MySpace. The MyMiniPC runs a version of GOS Linux and is priced at $499. It's "optimized" with a host of MySpace applications, and brags they're delivered just weeks after the MySpace...; Tags: PC, Linux PC, MySpace, MyMiniPC, Linux, UNIX, Open Source, Desktops, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Dana Blankenhorn; Blog posts 2008-04-07
23,000 linux pcs and counting in the Phillipines: 23,000 Linux PCs and counting in the PhillipinesWhat would Jesus do?I think it begs the question. What would Jesus do? http://linuxhow2.com/Feature_Articles/What_would_Jesus_do_He_d_use_Linux_that_s_what.htmlIt would be great ...If educational material were available on those computers. Then perhaps 10 children in each school may get an education.eeePC and low-cost PCs changing the landscapein...; Tags: Microsoft Windows, OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, UNIX, Linux, capitalism, eeePC, Phillipines, PC, Socialism, Linux PC; Discussion threads 2008-01-29
23,000 linux pcs and counting in the Phillipines: Computerworld is featuring a story on initiatives in the Philippines to ensure that every public school has at least one computer. While the program has now expanded to provide most schools with a small lab, a server, and Internet access, the most notable feature of the program is the...; Tags: School, PC, Linux PC, Computerworld, Linux, Government, UNIX, Operating Systems, Open Source, Software, Christopher Dawson; Blog posts 2008-01-28
(Photos: Three low-cost linux pcs): (Photos: Three low-cost Linux PCs)Ubuntu on newer computers!Ubuntu is G-R-E-A-T..............(( It does not Like windows ))It reads most if not all of the programs of windows.And the best thing yet is UBUNTU is Free! Not like the XP I have that when things go wrong you have to call...; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, UNIX, Operating systems, Desktops, Dell Computer Corp., Linux, low-cost Linux PC, Linux PC, PC, Ubuntu, photograph, computer; Discussion threads 2008-01-25

Five reasons not to fear a $200 linux pc: Five reasons not to fear a $200 Linux PCthe question is if they'll keep linux and buy a second oneanyone can make a PC with linux on it, even the installation is getting much easier (installed Mandriva yesterday over a game of Unreal Tournament 3, no fuss, no muss). The...; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, UNIX, Operating systems, printing, Linux, PC, Linux PC; Discussion threads 2008-01-24
Photos: Three low-cost linux pcs: Three manufacturers are preloading Linux onto PCs that cost less than $200--and retailers can't keep them in stock. by CNET News.com; Tags: PC, Linux PC, Photograph, Linux, Open Source, Retail, UNIX, Desktops, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, CNET News.com; Image galleries 2008-01-24
$200 linux pc selling out is another reason Wal-Mart is good for America: $200 Linux PC selling out is another reason Wal-Mart is good for AmericaI disagree...[B]"I’ve shopped at Wal-Mart most of my life, and think that by and large, Wal-Mart is a positive force in our society."[/B]I haven't shopped in a Wal-Mart in years. The overall quality of many of their goods...; Tags: Quality, OPEN SOURCE, PC, Linux, Linux PC, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.; Discussion threads 2007-11-13
$200 linux pc selling out is another reason Wal-Mart is good for America: Our own Adrian Kingsley-Hughes writes about the new, Everex's TC2502 gPC- a $200 Linux-based PC now temporarily out of stock at Wal-Mart. A full 10,000 units were sold. The Everex does the basics-word processing, spreadsheet, email, edit your photos and pictures, even burn...; Tags: Health Insurance, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., PC, Retail Company, Health Care, Linux PC, Wal*Mart, Retail, Benefits, Healthcare, Insurance, Linux, Vertical Industries, Human Resources, Business Operations, Corporate Insurance, Operating Systems, Software, Enterprise Software, Russell Shaw; Blog posts 2007-11-13
Revised WinXP policy dooms Linux desktop prospects without real OEM marketing efforts: It should come as no surprise that HP is considering expanding its Linux PC efforts, given that its top rival is selling Ubuntu Linux PCs in the U.S and Microsoft is trying to kill any potential interest in them. HP began selling Red Hat Linux PCs...; Tags: Desktop, Ubuntu, Marketing, Dell Computer Corp., Linux Desktop, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC, Microsoft Windows XP, Ubuntu Linux, Microsoft Corp., Linux PC, Linux, Desktops, Open Source, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Paula Rooney; Blog posts 2007-09-25
Dell to offer more linux pcs, Ubuntu's creator says: Dell to offer more Linux PCs, Ubuntu's creator saysIt's time for change ... and more importantly...[i]People who purchase PC's should be able to decide which OS they want and not have it forced upon them.[/i]Even more importantly, people who purchase PC's should be able to make an INFORMED decision about...; Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, Desktops, OPEN SOURCE, Microsoft Windows, Linux PC, Dell Computer Corp., Ubuntu, Linux, PC, operating system; Discussion threads 2007-07-27
Dell picks Ubuntu for linux pcs: Dell picks Ubuntu for Linux PCsCongratulations UbuntuHopefully Dell does for you what IBM did for Microsoft. I may just save up for a Linux Loaded Dell.For those who don't want VistaIt is an alternative. For me Vista or Linux on new PC doesn't matter as neither OS will run the...; Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Desktops, Microsoft Corp., Linux PC, Linux, Ubuntu, Dell Computer Corp., PC; Discussion threads 2007-05-01
A wrist-worn linux pc: A wrist-worn Linux PCSpot watch anyone?:-)Not the best specs, but still pretty ****ing neat!If this catches on, we could see wristcomps that could rival other "portables" and laptops.About the only way to improve on the current design is to make it so that it can be implanted into our arms....; Tags: Desktops, Tablets, OPEN SOURCE, Notebooks, PC, Linux PC, Linux; Discussion threads 2006-06-20
A wrist-worn linux pc: According to LinuxDevices.com, the Zypad WL 1000, a new wrist-worn PC has been demonstrated to the military forces. This device, which can run Linux or Windows CE, is a hands-free computer which handles wireless networking and GPS tracking. It also comes with a 240 x 320 pixels touchscreen and has...; Tags: LinuxDevices.com, Microsoft Windows CE; Blog posts 2006-06-20
HP to sell linux pcs across Latin America: HP to sell Linux PCs across Latin AmericaThe perfect solution would have beento dual boot Mandriva and Windows Starter Edition, so the end user could have a fully functional system on one end, and a taste of the Windows world on the other. However, if that solution turned to be...; Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Brazilian federal government, operating system, Linux PC, PIRATED COPIES, Microsoft Windows, Linux, PC, Hewlett-Packard Co.; Discussion threads 2006-01-18
10 things you should do to a new linux pc before connecting to the Internet: No matter which Linux distribution you choose, there are at least 10 things you do to properly prepare the operating system for connection to the Internet. It is just a fact of life in the information age, every newly installed operating system, regardless of which one you...; Tags: TechRepublic Inc., PC, Linux PC, Linux, UNIX, Operating Systems, Open Source, Internet, Software; Download resources 2005-12-08
Photos: Looking for a linux pc: Installing Linux on a home PC is easy enough. Finding a Linux-based box is the trickier part.; Tags: photograph, home PC, Linux, Linux PC, PC; Image galleries 2005-11-02
Photos: Looking for a linux pc: Photos: Looking for a Linux PCIt has been asked beforeI'll ask again. Howcumzitis that a bare bones system costs more than one with Windows installed?Remember when Dells were a good deal?What happened?A Much Better Pre-Installed Linux SolutionCheck it:http://store.yahoo.com/directron/odwpowerpc.htmlSoftware: Multiple linux distributions, selectable at boot (including Debian, Ubuntu and Gentoo)....; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, UNIX, Linux, Linux PC, Microsoft Windows, PC, photograph; Discussion threads 2005-11-02
Photos: Looking for a linux pc: Photos: Looking for a Linux PCThat's richThe line right under the pic of the PC says "HP recommends Microsoft Windows."; Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Desktops, Linux PC, PC, photograph, Linux; Discussion threads 2005-11-02
Photos: Looking for a linux pc: Installing Linux on a home PC is easy enough. Finding a Linux-based box is the trickier part.; Tags: photograph, home PC, Linux, Linux PC, PC; Image galleries 2005-11-02