Dell: Third of Inspiron Mini 9 netbooks run Linux

Posted on Saturday, February 28 2009 @ 3:28 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Dell unveiled about a third of all Inspiron Mini 9 netbooks run the Ubuntu Linux operating system. Linux is only offered on the $249 base system, the models with Windows XP cost at least $50 more.

Laptop Magazine quotes Dell's Jay Pinkert as saying the uptake of Ubuntu-based Inspiron Mini 9s is "well above the standard attach rate for other systems that offer Linux." Pinkert adds, "We have done a very good job explaining to folks what Linux is." Dell believes pricing plays a big part in the Linux systems' popularity, and interestingly, it says return rates for Windows and Linux netbooks are "comparable."

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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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