HP Offering Linux on Desktop

By Maverick - 12/11/2008 4:05:45 PM


In a surprising move, HP today announced that it will begin offering desktops pre-loaded with a build of SUSE Linux. So far the computer manufacturer has been unwilling to offer the alternative, open-source operating system on its computers save for the Mini 1000 netbook, which is installed with the Ubuntu-based MIE.

The model in question is the Compaq dc5850 aimed at the enterprise and education markets. The PC will be available starting December 15 for $519. While the general public won’t be able to buy one of these, it signifies something greater: more manufacturers are jumping on the Linux bandwagon meaning more people will actually get to know about the OS, which is a good thing considering how long Microsoft has monopolized the market.

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