“You might think I’m talking about Linux and devices of the
future, but I’m not. A bevy of devices that run Linux have already
reached the marketplace, and many more are expected soon. There are
personal digital assistants (PDAs) that run Linux, as well as
computing tablets, electronic book readers, and more.”
“Two devices that I like are Samsung’s Yopy and Compaq’s iPAQ.
Yopy runs Linux natively, while Century Software Embedded
Technologies has created a Linux bundle that runs on the
iPAQ….”
“In addition, I expect you’ll see Linux pop up in a large number
of other devices in 2001. Some of these include Eagle Wireless
International’s set-top boxes and National Semiconductor’s Geode
WebPAD-a tablet-sized net device that offers a touchscreen and
wireless capabilities.”