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HP Markets Cheap 4-User PCs To African Schools

Posted by timothy on from the imagine-that dept.

Kracs writes "HP are supplying their low-cost multi-user 441 desktops to African schools. Running Mandrake Linux, and sporting four screens (1xTNT2 AGP, 3xTNT2 PCI), keyboards and mice (1 PS2 set, 3 USB sets) they provide relatively cheap computer access for up to four users (of particular interest to schools in low economic zones). However, according to this article on New Zealand's Xtra news page they've only manufactured enough to outfit schools in South Africa. HP has commented that they're talking to several organisations and are hoping to bring the PC to market in other regions but have stated they will only be marketed to developing countries." (Remember, there are also home-grown methods to achieve similar results.)

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  1. Re:PCs in schools by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Flamebait

    They need to stop getting aids.

    This is VERY disrespectful to bug chasers. It's a very bigoted remark as well.

  2. GNAA by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Flamebait

    Well, it's what those gay niggers get.

  3. Computers in Africa? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Flamebait

    WTF? Can blacks even use computers?