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> Roy Schestowitz wrote:
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>> Run Your Computer Network without Electricity
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>> | Scott Johnson of GNUveau Networks has developed a solar-powered
>> | Internet "hub" system, which runs Ubuntu GNU/Linux. Labeled as
>> | SolarNetOne, Scott builds to order these systems at his home at Daytona
>> | Beach, Florida. The system uses readily available hardware that Scott
>> | modifies to run on 12V -- and to use minimal power than the stock
>> | versions. As these systems use solar power, it's not only load-shedding
>> | proof but also results in huge savings in electricity costs.
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http://www.enterpriser.in/India/Know_It/Run_Your_Computer_Network_without_Electricity/551-94787-449.html
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> Stupid headline. The computer runs with electricity; solar generated
> electricity. You'd think they'd built a 100% optical computer from the
> headlline
Yeah... the second headline from Linux.com was better. That first one is like
saying "a fizzy drink without fat" (well, it probably has carbs).
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~~ Best of wishes
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