What the OLPC project is screwing up and how to not be the next Newton

Posted on Thursday, March 19 2009 @ 2:40 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Is the OLPC doomed to be the next Apple Newton, a niche device with a cult following but with lackluster sales? We cover what we feel the OLPC project is doing right and wrong and how the users and the market is reacting. Could the OLPC be the savior for educational systems or is too late?

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Thomas De Maesschalck

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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