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HP to Globally Launch Linux-Based PCs
Rade T. writes "Reuters UK reports that HP, the No. 1 personal computer and computer printer maker, said on Wednesday that its putting its weight behind personal computers that run the Linux operating system. I guess this is the first serious step towards solving the problems that Linux faces on the Desktop/Laptop."
Pay your SCO Fee, they throw the computer in for free!!!
What are we going to do tonight Brain?
RMS demands that HP be referred to as GNU/HP.
"Fink said that he expects businesses to use Linux where employees only need a few applications, such as in a call center or support center where workers need to access only a database and e-mail." I have one of the only 2 or 3 Linux desktops in a predominantly Windows environment and I can do considerably more than anyone else. On the other hand, we're safe as long as Management does not know about the existence of Tux Racer and FreeCiv!
The perfect sig is a lot like silence, only louder
In the spirit of HP's line of printers, they will offer these computers at below cost to manufacture them, but they will be limited to 100 keystrokes from your keyboard and 100 feet of movement from your mouse. At this point, you will need to buy the appropriate replacement keystroke cartridge at $129. Replacement mouse balls and optical lights will be available somewhere where you can't find them.