It was cheaper than one with Linux preloaded on it. Never booted XP. Installed Fedora XFCE. The tweaking wasn't a big deal and everything works. Webcam and wireless. My Verizon AirCard recognized and works. Maybe MS should take a look at how many of the XP netbooks sold phone home for an update.
Voted almost 2 weeks ago, early voting center nearby, easy in, easy out, maybe 10 minutes but I took the time to read the issue items on the ballot.
It was cheaper than one with Linux preloaded on it. Never booted XP. Installed Fedora XFCE. The tweaking wasn't a big deal and everything works. Webcam and wireless. My Verizon AirCard recognized and works. Maybe MS should take a look at how many of the XP netbooks sold phone home for an update.