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Build Your Own Linux-Based Satellite

An anonymous reader writes "For $10 million, SpaceDev is offering a Linux-based microsatellite that can be controlled over the internet using any laptop or desktop computer. The Modular Microsat Bus utilizes such things as plug and play USB, Ethernet, and other standards, while providing critical features such as power, maneuvering, and communication for you. Up to 40 kg of project space are at your disposal"

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  1. Re:Open Source public Sat?! by Karma_fucker_sucker · · Score: 0, Offtopic
    I would love to see everyone donate money to have a Slashdot Sat put into space along with the names of those who contribute.

    As long as my usage isn't modd'ed "Flamebait", "Troll", or "Overrated" and subsequently canceled because someone with mod points doesn't agree with the reasons for my usage.

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    Evil people don't think they're evil. - George Lucas, Making of Ep III