UK To Offer PCs For £98, Subsidized Internet Connections

Sam writes "The UK government wants to offer low-cost computers as part of a 12-month trial during Race Online 2012. The scheme, which aims to reach out to the 9.2 million adults that are not yet online, 4 million of whom are considered socially and economically disadvantaged, aims to 'make the UK the first nation in the world where everyone can use the web.' Prices will start at £98 ($156.01) for a refurbished PC, with subsidized Internet connections available for as little as £9 ($14.33) a month or £18 ($28.65) for three months. The cheap computers will run open-source software (think Linux) and will include a flat-screen monitor, keyboard, mouse, dedicated telephone helpline, delivery, and even a warranty. The cheap Internet packages will use a mobile dongle to help people access the web."

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[Lumpy]

Here in the states we cant order groceries online. It's a requirement that we fire up the 4mpg Canyonero SUV and drive 25 miles to a Supermarket and walk around for 2 hours buying saturated fat and High fructose corn syrup.

I'd LOVE to be able to pay $5.00US to have my groceries delivered and order them online. But government laws requiring we consume fuel and the land prevent it.