HP to make Linux PCs?

Posted on Friday, March 09 2007 @ 15:48 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

The Tech Report heard HP is considering to release some systems with Linux preinstalled:

According to Doug Small, HP's worldwide director of open source and Linux marketing, HP is "in a massive [custom] deal right now for ... multi-thousands of units of a desktop opportunity for Linux." Although he declined to give CRN details about the Linux deals, Small said those deals are indicators of critical mass, and that HP is "really looking at it very hard."

HP has tried to sell Linux PCs in the past, but according to Small, the company "didn't see the results for it."

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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