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Affordable Subnotebook with pre-installed Linux and Flash Harddrive

Linux, New Product Ideas, Laptops submitted by sukw 06/19/07

Dell should offer a notebook similar to the new Eeepc from Asus. The main features have to be:

a pre-installed lean linux

multimedia support as integrated webcam, microphone and all necessary codecs for playind mp3's and DVD's

screen size of 8,9“

weight below 1 kg

work together with skype, that you can offer skype with video support

Flash drive instead of hard drive ( 8 GB should be enough )

card reader

full keyboard

Powerpoint viewer, that you can present your ppt correctly – this is absolutely necessary for business users

Email client

integrated bluetooth and wlan – umts optional

Openoffice

PDF reader

and so on ......

For me that would be the perfect notebook. You can have it always with you and and home you have your powerful desktop machine. 2 Comments »

Edubuntu or K12LTSP on servers for Schools

Education, Sales Strategies, Servers and Storage submitted by jkorz 06/19/07

As a Network Administrator for a large public school, I would like to see servers with K12LTSP or Edubuntu preinstalled (and fully supported). The thin client computing model is becoming very lucrative for school districts with small tech departments because these systems are robust, inexpensive, simple to maintain and can do 95% of what school children need computers for. Dell could offer a bundle of high end servers and thin clients. There could be an option to upgrade to slightly thicker clients that could run LTSP local apps to boost performance.

Schools are going to do this with or without Dell. It makes sense for Dell to get on board rather than be left behind. 5 Comments »

I want a ready to use -out of the box Linux PC

Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by kinea 06/19/07

I want a ready to use -out of the box Linux PC!
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Downloadable, PDF format, full technical specs for all systems

Advertising and Marketing, Dell Web Site submitted by benjesuit 06/12/07 **REVIEWED**

Before I buy, I would like to have the options of downloading the full technical specifications of the system. Not just the brief specifications. Place a link under "tech specs" tab that allows you to view or download the full specification PDF file for those of us who care about and understand such things. This way everyone is satisfied.
We are looking to improve the specs pages by making them consistent across all product lines, provide more in-depth specifications and making them available in a printable format.





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Same discounts available on Ubuntu and Windows

Linux, Operating Systems, Sales Strategies submitted by jonsmirl 06/12/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**

I'm ordering a Vista XPS 410 right now. I wanted a Ubuntu one but I'm going to throw away yet another copy of Windows. The Vista XPS 410 has $200 off today and free ship for a total of $869. The identical Ubuntu machine is $1019 plus $29.99 shipping. So today Ubuntu costs $170 more than Windows instead of $50 less. Why can't I have the same discounts on the Ubuntu machine? 50 Comments »

How to support Linux/OSS - Is Dell using Linux INTERNALLY?

Desktops, Linux, Servers and Storage submitted by phubert 03/20/07

How can Dell create a Services Division that can provide consulting support for Linux migrations?

BEGIN TO USE LINUX INTERNALLY.

On DESKTOPS as well as on SERVERS!

* 10 Comments »

(in Europe) Page for laptops that sell with linux in the USA

Dell Web Site, Linux submitted by steve2 05/08/07

Make shopping easier for European customers by having an extra website, that lists and links all laptops, that you sell with linux in the USA.( Maybe add a description on how to return unneeded preinstalled software for refund)

Of course this idea only makes sense, if the European variant of a model is built of exactly the same parts as the American variant. 1 Comment »

Super Linux Laptop with 20 inch LCD

Linux, Monitors and Displays, Laptops submitted by lonniebiz 05/07/07

Don't assume linux users want low end hardware. I have money in hand for a Linux Laptop with a 20 inch LCD two 200 gig hard drives and 4 gigs of Ram, a TV turner that works on Ubuntu etc.

Make it and we'll buy it! Comment »

Release the Axim hardware specifications

Broadband and Mobility, Service and Support submitted by jtzapp 05/09/07 **REVIEWED**

Now that Dell has gotten out of the handheld market, why not release the specifications for the chips et al, for the Axims? I would love to be able to run linux on my Axim X50v, and I'm sure I'm not the only one -- but that's not really going to happen unless developers can tailor the kernel to the hardware. Michael Dell and the rest of the company have recently made a public promise to further linux on Dell hardware, and this would go a long way towards engendering brand loyalty. I don't see how this can harm Dell in any way, and as I said, would certainly help to assure me that Dell doesn't want to leave its customers out in the cold even if they no longer sell the product. We're not asking for any sort of support whatsoever, just the ability to exercise our freedoms with respect to the products we purchase.


Please see jackie_c's comment
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Linux Quickbooks - dell and intuit work together for linux version

Linux, Software submitted by hello77 05/20/07

I would love to switch to linux --- but as a small business the lack of a native linux version of quickbooks is my only stumbling block. I realize there are other finanancial packages for linux--- but quickbooks offers me online banking, credit card processing, and mailing of invoices to my clients through the internet (I submit the invoices over the internet - then intuit physically mails the invoice in a envelope to my client). In short, quickbooks offers me a feeling of reliability and ease of use which I am hesitant to part with as my business depends upon it.

I think there maybe many other people in the same boat as I am with regard to lack of being able to run quickbooks in linux. It could also be that not much work need to be done in that intuit already offers a mac version of quickbooks --- and the mac os is based on unix and mostly open source code --- so perhaps only minor modifications need to be done to make it work on linux.

It would seem to me that dell and intuit could work together on this as it could be a great marketing program for both companies. 6 Comments »

partnership with Canonical

Dell, Linux submitted by plesaleza 05/05/07 **ALREADY OFFERED**

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Firefox, Mozilla thunderbird as well as mozilla sunbird

Linux, Software submitted by rakeshinnovation 02/27/07

I have been an internet user for the past 5 years, I have used all almost all the browsers, and without doubt i can say that in terms of performance, security, and user interface the open source browsers are the best, the kind of addons and features i get with Firefox i will never be getting with internet explorer, so i was thinking why do not dell ship computers with Firefox Mozilla thunderbird and the calendar software subird???? it could add to the efforts of the open source community, me as a supporter for the open source community would love to see Dell systems with open source applications, I would request that all people who support open source please cast your valuable vote for this idea, I was also thinking that if the Mozilla community cooperates with Dell , Dell could have a customized browser which will be really good for the customers of the Dell and it could add value to the Dell line of products, lets see the what Dell's thinks about this idea//?

Do post your feedbacks,

Thank you 1 Comment »

Offer Ubuntu PC's by Dell to Wal-Mart.com and other Retailers

Linux, Sales Strategies, Desktops and Laptops submitted by josmar52789 05/01/07

Don't make it hard to get the Ubuntu PCs. Offer them in retailers like Wal-Mart, CompUSA, OfficeMax, whatever, even if they're just sold on their respective websites.

It's time Dell took a stand. Anyone could pre-install Ubuntu, but be bold and offer it to the mainstream consumer. 2 Comments »

Professional Apps and Popular Games..for Linux??

Gaming, Linux, Software submitted by kdubber 05/01/07

Until a Linux distro will support such popular apps as PhotoShop or AutoCAD and others that are necessary for some of us to make a living Linux is stuck in the also ran category.. this is unfortunate.
Dell could lead the way by working with AutoDesk, Adobe and others to provide this application availability in Linux. NO these apps would not be free.. but if the price to buy a Linux version was in line with the Windows version? Not immensely higher like some Mac application of WinSoftware.. then a REAL alternative is showing up on the scene..
If this same distro was to support most games that are hugely popular.. WHOLESALE migration would start to take place.. IMHO anyway.. what do you think?
I think a DellLinux distro makes sense.. or some other named distro supported by a consortium of non-Windows hardware and software suppliers.. do they all like being tied to Windows for their success?
Kent 8 Comments »

Tux Inside logo...

Linux, Servers and Storage submitted by phubert 05/09/07

We've had something along the line of 'Ubuntu certified' ... why not a nice, generic "Tux Inside" logo... or would Intel SUE???

O.K. True, a somewhat frivolous suggestion... but cute brings smiles... and smiles create a POSITIVE IMAGE of (in this case) Dell...

No?? 11 Comments »

No Novell EVER

Linux, Operating Systems submitted by jaswax 05/07/07

There is no way I or anyone else in the Linux community will ever buy a Dell computer with Novell Linux on it. If you want to stay in the computer manufactuing business you will reassert your comitment to Ubuntu or some other Linux distribution that is not Novell or RedHat.

You are currently the #2 computer manufacturer. You know this. Your WERE #1. I see you taking another dip to #3 and then #4 if you keep going back on your promises to your customers and potential customers. Come on. Who helped you build your empire, your customers or Microsoft?

I was the guy that sent the email to Michael Dell warning him of the impending fall from the #1 position over the poor tech support about a year and a half ago. My warning was not heeded.

Don't make the same mistake again. This may make me sound like some arrogant idiot but I was a customer and you almost had me back with the whole Ubuntu Linux thing. I am sure a lot of others feel the same way. I will never buy a Dell with Novell or Microsoft on it. 13 Comments »

Don't cooperate with Microsoft for Linux

Dell, Linux submitted by mistern 05/07/07

http://www.crn.com/software/199204149 8 Comments »

End the Novell/Microsoft Deal

Dell, Linux, Operating Systems - Multiboot submitted by plasticboy 05/07/07

Dell should end its deal with Novell and Microsoft to distribute SUSE Linux and provide patent protection to end-users:
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2007/may07/05-06MSDellNovellPR.mspx

This deal violates the spirit of the open source license under which Linux is distributed and is a slap in the face for every free software contributor.

Entering into this deal will put Dell in a tight place when open source projects that are key to Linux, such as the Samba project, begin to use the next version of the GNU General Public License which will specifically prohibit such deals:
http://www.linux-watch.com/news/NS7188736246.html

If Dell is serious about Linux, then it must be serious about the freedoms that Linux affords to its users. The Novell deal endangers these freedoms by acknowledging the intellectual property claims that Microsoft has made over Linux:
http://www.computerworld.com.au/index.php/id;839593139;fp;16;fpid;1 27 Comments »

Ubuntu on the Latitude D630

Latitude products, Linux submitted by jmxz 05/24/07

Based on advice from dell_admin1 in this thread: http://ideastorm.com/article/show/67329 who writes

Re: no OS on other models - you might want to pick a model you'd want to see added to Dell's n-series, and then post an idea specifically saying that. (unless you already have) Just a thought.

it sounds like Dell is suggesting it's useful to submit IdeaStorm ideas on specific models.

But dell_admin1: no, I don't really want the D630 "added to the n-series", where it seems computers often cost more for the same hardware - I want Ubuntu as a choice on the standard D630 which seems to have excellent price/value right now. 1 Comment »

Give me a Linux Latitude! (D630, if only one...)

Latitude products, Linux submitted by lordxale 05/25/07

The D620 is a great machine. The D630 is an even greater machine. When dedicated graphics are finally offered on it, I'll be buying one as soon as I can. However, I am also a Linux user. The options for getting rid of Windows on any of the Latitudes are unattractive at best. If I could either buy without Windows or, even better, buy one with Ubuntu 7.04 preloaded, I would be ecstatic.

To me, it makes little difference other than price. I will likely install my own Linux distro anyway (Kubuntu, in fact), but I would love to support Ubuntu any way I can, or just not pay any MS tax. I'll certainly need to dual boot it with Windows for some apps I can't get away from (games only!), but I've got a Vista Business license waiting for it, so I won't need to pay MORE for another one I won't need. Surely there must be many others in the same boat I am! Lucky for you, Dell, I'm a diehard Latitude fan - a D630 will be my 4th; even if it came with WinME I would still buy it. But, I digress...

Give me a Linux Latitude! 16 Comments »