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Interchangeable Master Channels (IMCs) for Dell mini Inspiron

New Product Ideas, Software submitted by goto May 29

Dell Corporation ought to have a look at interchangeable Master Channels (IMcs) in connection with the mini Inspiron. Interested parties can get a sense of the relationship between IMCs and another new idea (which like mini laptops is an idea) whose time has come: namely, two Internets, one public, the other private .This URL has a comment (#2) frelated to IMCs. The related Web address is: http://www.circleid.com/posts/do_we_need_two_internets/.

IMCs allow computer manufacturers to in effect bundle a private version of the public Internet into a software application that comes with the computer. The software app allows purchasers of the computers to set up their own thematically arranged "brand" channels where the term "brand channels" means level three channels that attach to the level two master channels in the dot-com name space.

The present network of IMCs has 750 master channels or "pods" layered across the public Internet in the dot-com top level of the Web. For example, airpod.com, bookpod.com, carpod.com and so on are examples of dot-com "pods" that are presently layered across the public Internet in connection with of the everyday products, services and topics that interest most of us.

Thus, owners of new mini laptops can aggregate thematically relevant content in their OWN level three master channels. Privately labeled channels can take the name of the new computer owner, or even the the laptop computer itself, which means that new computer purchasers can thereby begin the process of creating their own private Internets in the form of thematically arranged content channels that "reside" inside the public Internet, in the dot-com name space.

For example, myname.masterchannel.com becomes a private Internet channel where (for example) myname.airpod.com might relate to a new computer user who is interested in civil aviation and can also join other laptop owners in a civil aviation "airpod".

Content aggregations created by new laptop owners also allow (a) subsidized laptop prices for computer manufacturers by brand name entities that intend to encourage brand awareness among consumers, say, united.airpod.com; and (b) consumers who intend to aggregate thematically arranged content of various kinds can themselves liaise with brand name "sponsors"of the brand channels, in which case the laptops themselves can be used to make money which can gradually defer or even eliminate the entire cost of laptops for interested content aggregators.

The present network with the (previously mentioned) 750 IMCs or product and service "pods" in the dot-com name space can simultaneously accommodate almost every conceivable brand name entity anywhere in the world. The present IMCs network can never again be replicated on the public Internet. Comment »

How about another update on the highest voted ideas.

IdeaStorm submitted by jmxz Jun 19

It seems many of the highest voted Ideas are the most neglected by Dell

Pre-Installed OpenOffice | alternative to MS Works & MS Office (currently with 138079 points) has been one of the top-5-highest-voted Ideas on IdeaStorm since Feb 07. It has no "Status" regarding whether it's in progress, or rejected; and the only comments from Dell were just one employee's personal opinion.

No OS Preloaded (with 85050 points), has also been one of the top-5-highest for over a year. It's status is the same partial implementation (available on a couple models) that has been true from Dell since long before IdeaStorm was around (2004, if I recall). Clearly the Idea is popular because people want to see it on more models. Rather than just labeling the Idea as "partially implemented as always" - could you give some update on the progress on this Idea.

Firefox instead of IE (with 115593 points) has also been a top-5 idea for over a year. With the recent release of FireFox 3 - along with great press from the technology and business industry alike, another update on this idea would be very welcome. The recent Forbes article Why Firefox Matters clearly sees Firefox as the industry leader, and Wall Mossberg of the Wall Street Journal explicitly states that Firefox 3.0 Is the Best Browser for Web. Surely Dell would want to offer the best for their customers, no? 41 Comments »

Make Linux a choice on all systems

Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by synful Jun 8

Guys, why is it when you can allegedly get Linux on desktops and laptops, that it is never an option in the configuration of a product prior to purchasing?

All we seem to get as an option is Windows and then there is no option to not have Windows as an operating system. I understand that you may have reasons behind the system not having Linux as an option but surely you do not use hardware that is so non standard that either Ubuntu or SuSE will not work on it?

In the event that the computer that you use is not Linux compatible, then note this on the configuration page accordingly. For arguments sake have a pop up advising that some hardware is not compatible with Linux if it is selected as an OS choice. 2 Comments »

Don't put the Dell logo upside down on the Mini Inspiron

Laptops submitted by jervis961 May 29

I didn't notice this last night as I was checking out the pictures of the new Dell Mini but it was pointed out by JamesWeb on Dell's "yourblog" that the Dell logo is upside down.



Please don't leave the logo like that, it looks bad. 52 Comments »

Hot-swappable laptop batteries.

Laptop Power submitted by jmxz May 31

I'd like to be able to swap the battery on my laptop without having to turn it off or hibernate it. It seems you could do this by putting a large capacitor or tiny internal battery that could provide power for the 30 seconds or so it takes to switch to a spare battery. Another way you might be able to do this is instead of having one big battery in each laptop, have 2 small ones instead; and you could swap them one at a time.

If it was really easy to swap them I'd probably buy more spare batteries; so I could go most of the day without plugging in the laptop (and then I'd want an external charger so I could charge them all overnight). 25 Comments »

Dell Home Server

Servers and Storage submitted by plafay Jun 16

Hello,

I would be very interesting of Dell based Microsoft Home Server.
To have the best usage per watt, cool features could be :
- Atom processoirs
- 2,5' HDD (up to 4)
- Close to 10w in idle
- No more than 30w in use
Of course, the price is important and it has to compete with the Nas systems.
For example, I'm ready to buy at $600 :
- Atom processor
- 1 Gb of Ram
- 2*320 Gb HDD 6 Comments »

Instant-on PC

Desktops and Laptops submitted by drackham Jun 20

Think how much energy would be saved if PCs were functional as soon as they were turned on - just like a PDA. Users would then turn the PC off when it was not required - rather than leaving it on just in case it might be needed. It would also save a lot of time. 5 Comments »

Don't charge up to $50 more to downgrade from Vista to XP

Operating Systems - Multiboot, Desktops and Laptops submitted by jervis961 Jun 17

Dell is going to start charging customers up to $50 to downgrade thier systems operating system from Vista to XP after Wednesday. While some people see XP as an upgrade, I don't think there should be a charge for it. 17 Comments »

Install FireFox 3 as the default browser

Software submitted by badblood Jun 18

It's your second chance. Firefox has come out with a gleaming new version of their internet browser. So install it as the default browser before it's too late.

22 Comments »

Dell needs to listen to customers and stop adding junk like shortcut links to Ebay to desktops.

Advertising and Marketing, Desktops and Laptops submitted by jervis961 Jun 18

I can't believe they haven't learned anything from this site.

http://tinyurl.com/5869tj 3 Comments »

Offer Ubuntu Netbook Remix OS on your Ultra portables

Linux, Operating Systems, Laptops submitted by jervis961 May 25

The new Ubuntu Netbook Remix OS will be announced the first week of June according to an interview with Canonical chief executive Mark Shuttleworth.

http://www.engadget.com/2008/05/25/canonical-ceo-says-ubuntu-netbook-remix-bu...

The OS is Tailor made for ultraportable type systems. They have been working with Intel on the project so it should run very well on the Atom Processor

33 Comments »

Give Open Source Software a Higher profile On Dell.com

Dell Web Site submitted by aikiwolfie May 22

From InformationWeek.com : Open Source Quality Improving, But Development Assumptions Need Revising

This report confirms what open source supporters have known all along. Open source developers deliver very high quality code. As such Dell should be giving the open source developers it uses a higher profile on Dell.com instead of hiding them away in some dark recess out of the way!

At the very least give your own in-house open source developers more exposure! They deserve it after all the top quality code they've produced, tested and tweaked. 3 Comments »

give the origianl CD of the OS and not an ISO

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Service and Support submitted by siger May 19

when there is a problem with the Master Boot Record the ISO can't repair it and we have to go to a reparation company.

Please give us the original disc and not an ISO. IT Is more expensive but , more satisfaction for the customer. 8 Comments »

Please make Ubuntu XPS Notebook cheaper than XPS Vista Notebook

Linux, Operating Systems, XPS products submitted by dki May 26

Hi,
I have tested the price of the default Vista-Notebook XPS M1330 (in Germany) and the Ubuntuversion with the same Configuration. The result was amazing :(:

Vistaversion: 909,00 €
Linuxversion: 923,44 €

Is Vista cheaper than Ubuntu?? I can not imagine.

So my wish: Make Ubuntu-Laptops competitive! 19 Comments »

Notebook with 12" Screen and XP

Monitors and Displays, Operating Systems, Laptops submitted by famoso_oso Apr 26

What I am looking for is a (sub-) notebook with a 12 " screen (13" is too big) and with the operating system XP. This would be really nice, handy and easy to travel with notebook. So far I looked around and mostly the 12" notebooks lack in perfromance concerning the the screen, mostly lower than 200 cd/m2 (Dell offers the 13" systems with 300cd/m2). So what I suggest is, "just" scale down your XPS M1330 system to a 12" system, and give the user the choice between Vista and XP!

Reagards

Oso 7 Comments »

Small LOW COST Linux Laptop

Linux, Laptops submitted by burnetga Apr 8

13.3 1152 x 720 screen
Sempron 3600 2ghz, 256 cache,25 watt
80gb hard drive
dvd-cdrw combo drive
10/100 ethernet
Wireless ethernet
1gb ram
53wh battery
Linux

No Options/Fixed Platform

$429 USD

It does not have to be ultra light
or ultra thin, just can't be a brick.

Pretty much a scaled down Vostro 1000
with a more linux friendly wifi card.

Right now 04/08/2008 you have to spend
at least $999 to get a 13.3" screen. 5 Comments »

All 64 Bit PC's

Desktops submitted by class2008 05/25/07

Dell should begin producing all 64 bit pc's. WIth rumors of Windows Vista being the last OS available in 32 bit, they should get consumers ready with 64 bit pc's, at reasonable prices. 50 Comments »

Offer machine specific XP drivers.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Operating Systems submitted by jtellis Apr 28

I recently bought a refurb 1721. Because of development work I'm doing I need to be running XP Pro. I understand that this machine is designed to work with Vista, but apparently your tech guys are telling people that the drivers don't even exist for XP - which they do.

Given that you are now offering XP as an option on equivalent machines, could you post a machine specific driver package for those of us who would like to switch to XP? That way I don't have to dig through and figure out all the drivers I need, I could just bring down a standard set. 3 Comments »

xp operating system offered on all products

Operating Systems, Desktops and Laptops submitted by winekfam Apr 24

I would like to have the option to buy windows xp on the xps 1530. We have vista on two computers and donot like the system. 4 Comments »

Make Next-Gen Connectors Standard on all XPS Models

XPS products, Desktops and Laptops submitted by icarus75 Apr 15

Dell, please make these connectors STANDARD on all upcoming XPS Desktops and Notebooks:

1) eSATA (Self-Powered)

2) DisplayPort 1.1 and / or HDMI 1.3b (both with Audio)

3) FireWire 3200 - IEEE 1394c (9-pin Powered)
or at minimum, FireWire 800 i.e. Alienware m15x

Please kill off 4-pin Firewire ports. They're unpowered, relatively slow, and flimsy.

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Also, of less importance, please make the following available in an XPS Cable Package (add $40):

a) HDMI (Category 2) to Dual-Link DVI

b) DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI

c) 9-pin to 6-pin FireWire Cable (1934b/c to 1394a)

d) 9-pin to 4-pin FireWire Cable (1934/b/c to 1394a mini)
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