[ale] OT: M$ vs. Linux netbooks

[lists at serioustechnology.com (Geoffrey)]

Scott Castaline wrote:
> I still don't understand how this can be.
> 
> http://www.mwave.com/mwave/notebook.hmx?
> 
> I'm referring to the Acer notepads. Same model but the one that comes 
> with M$ XP has an extra 512MB also a 16GB vs an 8GB SSD and a webcam 
> whereas the Linux one does not (as near as I can tell) but the M$ 
> version is $40 cheaper than the Linux one. The typical M$ drone is going 
> to go for the "cheaper" Genuine M$ unit and not even consider the Linux 
> unit.
> 
> Oh well sorry for the noise, but it just gets me when I see this. Also 
> if I missed something, please forgive me as I'm still only on my 2nd of 
> 10 cups of AM java.

Yeah, and later this year, Microsoft will tout the fact that people 
chose Windows over Linux comparing these two solutions as an example.

A smart Linux user would by the Windows system and install Linux themselves.

-- 
Until later, Geoffrey

Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little
temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.
  - Benjamin Franklin