Dell today unveiled two consumer PCs in Europe - the
Inspiron 6400n and the Inspiron 530n - with the Ubuntu
7.04Linux operating system factory
installed. 30,000 IdeaStorm community members
advocated that Dell offer UK systems with Linux pre-installed, and
more than 100,000 participated in a follow-up survey to help
determine customer preferences, including which Linux system to
offer initially.
"
Dell is continuing to deliver on our commitment to give
customers what they are asking for - the option of choosing Linux
as their operating system," said Charlie Tebbs, marketing director,
consumer, Dell EMEA. "As we hear from customers throughout Europe
and around the world, we will continue to explore the opportunities
to expand our offerings globally, so stay tuned."
Ubuntu is a Linux-based open source operating system that is
community developed and updated regularly.
Ubuntu comes with built-in software for a high level of office
productivity, including word processor, spreadsheets and
presentation applications, as well as e-mail, calendar, chat, web
browsing and photo capabilities.
With no software licensing costs associated with Ubuntu, Dell
offers a competitive base price for each fully configured system of
£329 including VAT and delivery for the Inspiron 6400n and £399
including VAT and delivery for the Inspiron 530n.