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Linux Preinstalled Dell Available Soon

Posted by samzenpus on from the dude-you-got-open-source dept.

An anonymous reader writes "According to a BetaNews article, Dell confirmed on Wednesday plans to offer Linux pre-installed on select desktop and notebook systems, beyond its current Linux-based servers and Precision workstations. No specific time frame was given for the expanded Linux plans, although the company said in a blog posting that it will provide an update in the coming weeks regarding the effort. It will detail 'information on which systems we will offer, our testing and certification efforts, and the Linux distribution(s) that will be available,' Dell said, adding that, 'The countdown begins today.'"

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  1. Re:I'm so excited! by Kristoph · · Score: 5, Funny

    Oh the joy, I can just see it now ...

    Dell: Hello, can we help you?
    Me: Hi, I am having some problems installing Linux on my new Dell laptop. I need some information about the video card so I can set up X.
    Dell: Ok, umm ... sure ... you said Lyn-ucks?
    Me: Yes?
    Dell: Ok, umm ... can you spell that please?

  2. For some reason, I really want to see... by bluemonq · · Score: 5, Funny

    ...a commercial with a stoner penguin saying, "Dude, you're getting a Dell!".

  3. Future Dell Windows Installs by gemada · · Score: 5, Funny

    Hopefully the only Windows they will soon be installing at Dell headquarters are chair-proof windows.

  4. I can see it how... by Barkmullz · · Score: 5, Funny


    Dell: How can I help you today?
    Me: I bought this computer with Linux on it from you guys, and now I am having problems with X.
    Dell: RTFM, n00b!

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    Ronald said nothing. He flung himself from the room, flung himself upon his horse, and rode madly off in all directions.
  5. What I want to know is... by Mjlner · · Score: 3, Funny

    will a preinstalled linux prevoid the warranty?

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    Lemon curry???