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[News] Linux Wins Laptops/Desktops Because of Low Cost Needs

  • Subject: [News] Linux Wins Laptops/Desktops Because of Low Cost Needs
  • From: Roy Schestowitz <newsgroups@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Tue, 25 Dec 2007 03:08:36 +0000
  • Newsgroups: comp.os.linux.advocacy
  • Organization: Netscape / schestowitz.com
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Takahashi: Low-cost options for computers

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| Low-cost computers are finally coming into their own. Power users won't want 
| them, but some niche markets will, including children in the developing world 
| and older adults who don't want a complex Windows Vista machine with a price 
| tag of $400 to $600.    
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http://www.mercurynews.com/businessheadlines/ci_7798122?nclick_check=1

3 out of 4 run just Linux, 1 runs both. Vista is nowhere in sight.


Related:

Microsoft's Big Problem in a Small Box

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| Vista is a big operating system that demands monster graphics and dual-core 
| processors. But what if the market pines for a whole lot less?  
| 
| [...]
| 
| The mass move to mobile computing is a destabilizing force and harbinger of 
| change. Microsoft's position would be better if Vista didn't demand so much 
| when the market wants so little.  
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http://www.microsoft-watch.com/content/desktop_mobile/microsofts_big_problem_in_a_small_box.html?kc=MWRSS02129TX1K0000535
http://tinyurl.com/2sg6xy


Linux is about to take over the low end of PCs

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| Opinion -- Sometimes, several unrelated changes come to a head at the same 
| time, with a result no one could have predicted. The PC market is at such a 
| tipping point right now and the result will be millions of Linux-powered PCs 
| in users' hands.   
| 
| [...]
| 
| Microsoft will fight this trend tooth and nail. It will cut prices to the 
| point where it'll be bleeding ink on some of its product lines. And Windows 
| XP is going to stick around much longer than Microsoft ever wanted it to. 
| Still, it won't be enough. By attacking from the bottom, where Microsoft can 
| no longer successfully compete, Linux will finally cut itself a large slice 
| of the desktop market pie.      
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http://www.desktoplinux.com/news/NS2414535067.html


This time for sure on mobile Linux

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| The Wal-Mart Linux PC, priced at $198, is sold out. Zonbu seems to be gaining 
| traction, with a notebook priced at $279. 
| 
| “You’re seeing incredibly improved device drivers. We’ve got hundreds now. 
| This is a phenomenal effort that plays to the strength of Linux, a volunteer 
| community representing millions of dollars in free development.  
| 
| “You’re seeing more manufacturers shipping Linux desktops, PCs and laptops 
| but also mobile Internet devices from Acer, Motorola’s Razr, TiVo…there’s a 
| slew of new devices coming out.”  
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http://blogs.zdnet.com/open-source/?p=1773


Linux Sees 'Astronomic' Growth in Mobile Devices

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| "We were very aware that the growth in mobile for Linux was huge, but we 
| didn't know it was so astronomic," Amanda McPherson, marketing director for 
| the Linux Foundation, told LinuxInsider. "These are very encouraging 
| numbers." Why Linux has drawn significant support from the community of 
| handset manufacturers can be explained on several fronts, McPherson said.    
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http://www.linuxinsider.com/rsstory/59162.html


OLPC and the Kindle

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| The bottom line: Both of these devices are going to be around for along time. 
| I hope that Amazon sees the potential of their device and realizes that OPEN 
| is going to get it more consumers laying down $399 than a closed proprietary 
| device. It will also ensure that a publishing ecosystem will build around 
| them. As for the OLPC: here's to you folks. Nicely done. A wonderfully 
| crafted device, a noble vision, and an Open mindset. Brilliant!     
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http://radar.oreilly.com/archives/2007/12/olpc_and_the_ki.html


My (daughter’s) OLPC laptop has arrived

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| My–actually my daughter’s–XO laptop from the One Laptop Per Child Project has 
| arrived and a few things were striking: Its size (built for kids), the 
| software interface, which is very intuitive, and the realization that this 
| tool is designed for children–not adults. In other words, dad needs to step 
| aside and see how the XO does with the kids.    
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http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=7436


Intriguing Holiday Gifts

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| Featured in this Roundup:
| 
| FrontOLPC XO-1 ($399 direct to donate one, get one—until December 31, 2007)
| The XO-1 laptop by the One Laptop per Child (OLPC) initiative is a 
| game-changer for disadvantaged children in developing countries. For a 
| limited time you can benefit as well.  
| 
| AngleASUS Eee PC 4G ($400 street)
| Despite its minor annoyances, the ASUS Eee PC 4G—a 2-pound ultraportable—is 
| sleek, versatile, and well worth the $400. 
| 
| Amazon Kindle - FrontAmazon Kindle ($400 direct)
| It's pricey, but Amazon's Kindle is the e-book's best hope to make the best 
| seller list.  
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http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2704,2236777,00.asp


Seller Beware - Hemorrhage of Customers Ahead

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| Just a side note to humbly remind you that Komputers4Kids is in need of some 
| help in order for us to get our influx of Christmas season orders met. We are 
| looking at 18 computers to build in the next 7 days...and getting the fuel in 
| the vehicles to deliver and set them up. Any help you could provide us will 
| be appreciated long after this season is over.    
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http://blog.lobby4linux.com/index.php?/archives/391-AUTOSAVED-Seller-Beware-Hemorrhage-of-Customers-Ahead.html
http://tinyurl.com/33owlq


Linux Drives Hot Holiday PCs

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| Linux machines are cheaper and often more energy efficient than their Windows 
| and Mac counterparts. 
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http://www.technewsworld.com/rsstory/60564.html


Why I Will Recommend Linux To Family This Year

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| So, my approach to Linux in the family would be to start with the kids!  
| Okay, I’ll give you a hint, I already have started with them on Linux, and 
| it’s working.   
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http://www.velocitywebdev.com/2007/12/01/why-i-will-recommend-linux-to-family-this-year/


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| For her birthday, I bought Leslee a Asus Eee (pronounced E).  I've had my eye 
| out for an ultraportable laptop for her for a while.  So far, I'd only found 
| very expensive ultraportables.  When this came out, and was available in the 
| $350-400 range, I jumped at it.  For some, the fact that it runs Linux might 
| be a deterrent, but definitely not for me.    
| 
| [...]
| 
| Leslee tells me every day how much she loves it.  I bought it for her, so 
| that's what matters.  The fact that it exposes her to Linux and open source 
| software is a nice bonus.  
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http://dmartin.org/weblog/asus-eee


Ten things you can do to help open source

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| Open source is all about the community multiplying individual efforts: at 
| whatever level you can, doing something you care about will bring rewards for 
| all.  
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http://resources.zdnet.co.uk/articles/features/0,1000002000,39291123,00.htm


Gift Ideas for Linux Users

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| Do you have a friend who finally got tired of all the crashes and bugs that 
| come with Windows? Did they switch to Linux and now swear by it? Then these 
| are the perfect gift ideas for your shopping list. The following gift ideas 
| are perfect for all penguin loving Linux users.   
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http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/457009/gift_ideas_for_linux_users.html


Nothing Says Holiday Cheer Like Free Software

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| You can also play Santa yourself and show up with your list in hand. Many 
| people would appreciate a little help with the installation process, so you 
| can just load the software for them -- or even install a Linux distro like 
| Ubuntu or Fedora that comes bundled with lots of basic applications most 
| people will find helpful. Installing Linux is so easy these days, almost 
| anyone can do it -- but you can keep that piece of news totally secret!     
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http://www.linuxinsider.com/rsstory/60446.html


Kindle, Eee PC top Amazon.com 'most wanted' list

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| Ironically, perhaps, it was the N810 that was the only meachine ahead of the 
| Eee PC in Amazon.com's list of best-selling notebooks. Even though the N810 
| isn't a notebook, in the true, computery sense of the word.  
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http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2007/11/22/eee_pc_americas_most_wanted/


Top-10 gift ideas for the Linux Gadget Geek

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| Got a Linux Gadget Geek on your shopping list? You can't fail with a gift 
| from this guide to the ten hottest Linux-powered devices gleaned from 
| LinuxDevices.com's news throughout 2007. There's something for everyone, at 
| prices from $150 to $1,000, organized from least to most expensive. Enjoy!   
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http://www.linuxdevices.com/news/NS5936183381.html


There's No System Like Linux for the Holidays

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| Holiday shopping season is about to hit full swing, and personal computers 
| already rank high on many people's wish lists. If you're going to give the 
| gift of a new PC, should you consider giving one with Linux? If the receiver 
| is a tech-savvy individual, it may be the perfect gift, and the growing 
| availability of preloaded machines means setup headaches are easily avoided.    
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http://www.linuxinsider.com/story/Theres-No-System-Like-Linux-for-the-Holidays-60397.html


Tux Droid delivers a very Merry Linuxmas 

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| Although it could be argued that your average fanboy has already got the 
| present they wanted this xmas in the continuing growth of Linux in terms of 
| both actual deployment and media popularity, or maybe the arrival of the 
| Linux server for Unreal Tournament 3 or even the fact that the BBC iPlayer is 
| now Linux compatible. But no, believe me, when they see the dancing plastic 
| penguin that announces the arrival of new email all that will change.     
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http://www.daniweb.com/blogs/entry1904.html


Tech charities to consider this giving season

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| As part of my year-end planning I look at what charities to donate to, since 
| charitable contributions are tax-deductible. Here's a list of charities with 
| ties to free software, open source, and information technology.  
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http://www.linux.com/feature/123069

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