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How to Turn a PlayStation 3 Into a Linux PC

Posted by timothy on from the sleek-box-of-ubuntu dept.

MahariBalzitch writes "Popular Mechanics shows step by step guide on how to install Ubuntu Linux on a PlayStation 3 and still keep the PS3 gaming functionality. Now I just need to get my hands on a PS3." Not bad specs for the price, either, since Blu-Ray players still aren't cheap. And though the article calls the procedure "somewhat complicated," it's a lot simpler than was installing Linux from floppies not so many years ago.

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  1. Re:On what planet is this 'news'? by Basehart · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    "So after a quick and thourough shower..."

    thorough

  2. Yes, but more importantly... by ehaggis · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    ...can I turn my Linux PC into a PS3?

    --
    One ring to bind them - should probably have more fiber and less rings in their diet.