Sub $100 computers within a year

[DEATH eVADER]

The first $100 laptops (£57) will be in production within a year, offering durability and stability.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4292854.stm

The Linux-based machines are expected to have a 500MHz processor, with flash memory instead of a hard drive which has more delicate moving parts.

They will have four USB ports, and will be able to connect to the net through wi-fi - wireless net technology - and will be able to share data easily.

It will also have a dual-mode display so that it can still be used in varying light conditions outside. It will be a colour display, but users will be able to switch easily to monochrome mode so that it can be viewed in bright sunlight, at four times normal resolution.

As an added bonus, it has a hand crank if you have no access to a reasonable power supply

 

[CptStern]

I'd buy one today

I wonder how long before someone souped one up with dual video cards, liquid cooling, and a custom hl2 case?

 

[DEATH eVADER]

It would be a great investment for the times between Home and University, on the bus, etc.

I just hope its got better games than Solitaire

 

[Shodan]

That sounds perfect for me, I need something like a PDA, just not as small or crappy.

 

[MiccyNarc]

Sounds good to me.