[Ma-linux] AAsus 1000HA with Linux.

[Joseph S D Yao]

On Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 01:00:53PM -0400, James Silverton wrote:
> Hello!
> 
> I have become rather intrigued by the reports of Asus computers running 
> Linux. I apologize if the subject has already been talked to death but 
> has anyone any suggestions for a reliable local supplier?  My impression 
> is that the machine sold by Amazon has Windows Home edition.


ISTM that Micro Center and even Best Buy have had ASUS Linux systems
from time to time.  Apparently, so did Toys'R'Us!

However, a Google search for ASUS Linux suggests possible problems:

"ASUS Linux insult will be Intel and Dell's gain
by David M Williams   
Wednesday, 27 May 2009
Page 1 of 3

ASUS has effectively abandoned Linux and stated a power user would use
Windows instead. This backflip stands against the history of their
successful Eee netbook line. Nevertheless, ASUS' loss will be the gain
of more savvy players."

and another on SlashDot.


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