"Just as some of the inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame are there because they're world-class performers, while others
are honored for their innovation, I've chosen the gadgets in this
roundup for various reasons. Some are high-visibility best-sellers,
others are lesser-known players that blazed new trails, and some
are simply the best at what they do. All are deserving of a place
of honor in the Hall of Fame.
"These gadgets are presented in no particular order; head on
over to our reader poll to help rank them. Let's hear your nominees
as well. Tell us which Linux-based gadgets you believe have been
the most important in changing the consumer electronics landscape
and why."
