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LinuxDevices: Tux-Shaped Computer Runs Linux

“Acme Systems is shipping a Penguin-shaped case for a tiny SBC
(single-board computer) powered by an innovative MCM (multi-chip
module) that runs Linux. The 6.7-inch tall, 30-Euro [US$35.78] ‘Tux
Case’ houses the company’s ;Acme Fox,’ a 2.6 x 2.8-inch, 100-Euro
[US$119.27], RISC-based board with Ethernet and dual-USB
interfaces, and surface-mount connectors for other I/O.

“Acme is based in Italy, but offers an English translation of
its website that explains, ‘TUX Case is made up of six coloured
parts in PVC: pecker, right and left legs are yellow, tummy, face
and eyes sockets are made with one white part, front and back half
are black…'”

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