Computer Hardware and Software: Do They Really Dare? | Linux Today

Computer Hardware and Software: Do They Really Dare?

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Mar 11, 2007

“There are some rumors going around of late saying that both
Dell and HP are considering including Linux operating systems
instead of Windows. Many fans of Linux software feel that this is a
great thing that is going to allow Linux use to grow. There is
however a potential problem that if not handled properly could
result in no manufacturer daring to preinstall Linux software.

“When the average person goes to buy a new computer from Dell or
HP they are going to expect the standard preloaded software…”


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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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