|
|
Linux on the desktop reaches mainstream consumer status
Dell has signed an agreement with Canonical to offer the Ubuntu Linux distribution on selected consumer desktop and notebook computers. The agreement marks the first time that a major PC maker will start shipping mainstream consumer PCs with the open source operating system. Some computer makers have also been offering computers without a pre-installed operating system, allowing users to install their own software.
Dell's decision was driven by its IdeaStorm website launched earlier this year. The site allows customers to submit suggestions and lets other users vote for those that they support. The top ranking suggestion recommended that Dell introduced Linux systems.
|
|
