Linutop
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| Connectivity | USB 2.0 ports 100baseT ethernet VGA output |
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| Media | 1 GB flash memory |
| Operating system | Xubuntu (Linux) |
| Input | Keyboard Microphone |
| Power | 8W external power |
| CPU | AMD Geode LX 800 |
| Memory | 512 MiB RAM |
| Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 3.5 cm, 580 g |
The Linutop is a environment friendly computer with no moving parts in a metal case.[1] It runs the Linux 2.6 kernel. A variety of GTK applications that are oriented towards web browsing and Internet communication are available. Linutop is also multimedia-capable and offers line-out/mic-in for sound. The device can be configured easily into a LTSP[2] thin client. Linutop is intended to be used in places such as internet cafés, public libraries, or schools. Single units are being sold for around € 280 (approximately USD $445, as of April 2008) since May, 2007.[3]
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[edit] Linutop 1
The first device row was based on ThinCan reference design from Estonian company Artec Group.
[edit] Specifications
- CPU: AMD Geode LX 700
- RAM: 256 MB
- Media: 1 GB External USB Key
- Power: 5W
- Weight: 280 g
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 2.7 x 15 cm
- Price: EUR 280
[edit] Linutop 2
On February 20 2008 the company unveiled the Linutop 2[4] based on the FIC ION A603 mini PC (like the Works Everywhere Appliance). In comparison to Linutop 1 the new device has a stronger Geode processor. It also possesses more memory and is therefore claimed to run OpenOffice.org while Linutop 1 was only able to run lighter office application like AbiWord and Gnumeric.
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