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Operating Systems, Sales Strategies submitted by guest4ever 02/19/07
All I would like is to have the freedom of choice. It does not matter what OS you love or hate. It is someone else's choice. I for one use linux and windows. Only because I have not fully migrated to linux "yet." If the computer industry should have learned anything from the rapid growth of linux and the rebirth of Mac with OSX it is this Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops submitted by lucabrivio 02/27/07
It would be nice to have a keyboard without Windows logos, especially for those that use other operating environments than Microsoft Windows. Linux and Open Office as default software on Dell Linux, Software, Desktops and Laptops submitted by ekkschu 02/22/07
I´ve been running a Dell desktop-PC (WindowsXP Pro with MS Office) for over three years, and it´s time to get a new desktop and, in addition, a notebook. Though, the hardware has been running without problems till today, I´m definitely looking now for an equipment with pre-installed Linux and Open Office resp. Star Office (has a database). The main reasons for this: Probably a much lower price, a better use of hardware resources and - I don´t like Windows with all of its hidden features like "home calling". Linux submitted by jtoegel 02/22/07 I think Dell should choose Linux-Compatible components for its PCs, i.e. no components from manufacturers which are supported by the linux kernel, a GPL Driver or at least a binary driver provided for major linux distributions. That would also force manufacteres to publish the specifications of their Products, which would make Life much easier for both Linux and Windows users as well as for PC manufacturers like Dell. 3 Comments » Offer a Linux PC for less than a Vista Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by invar9 02/24/07
I think it is GREAT that Dell is offering a linux based PC and laptop. but why does it cost $53 more than the same Vista PC? Remove: "Dell recommends Windows Vista™..." from any publication Advertising and Marketing submitted by tho.meier 02/21/07
It would be nice to see advertising without any Micro$oft, from Dell. I think there is enough advertising for MS from MS it self. Linux certification for hardware Linux submitted by godji 02/20/07
It would be great if, when customizing a computer (laptop or desktop doesn't matter), there would be some indication about what hardware will work with Linux. On systems where all hardware is supported, there could be an option to have no operating system preinstalled, or have Linux preinstalled. Also, such systems should have some sot of sticker, similar to the ubiquitous "Designed for Windows Whatever". The sticker could say "Designed for Linux" or "Works with Linux" or "Linux Ready", etc. Linux or BSD alternative to "Windows Home Server" Operating Systems submitted by homer 02/21/07
Dell already offers Business server products, but I think the time has come to accept that many home consumers also use servers (albeit of a smaller and cheaper variety). Microsoft certainly seem to agree with that conclusion, which is why they are developing their Home Server product. Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Sales Strategies, Desktops and Laptops submitted by rarmasu 02/21/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**
I find myself many, many times in dark or poorly lit environments having to guess the various keys - would be fantastic to have a backlit keyboard - with backlit individual keys as the best option. Universal power adapter (power supply) for all Dell products Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Laptop Power submitted by rguptaos-dyndns 02/19/07
How many of us have to buy multiple “AC / DC Adapter or power bricks” for each of electronic devices and laptops? I have power supply adapter for home, office and travel bag… about 2-3 of these for my laptop, cell phone and external hard disk or other devices I use. Built-in mic should work with Linux Linux, XPS products submitted by adnan_wasim 02/20/07
I've had problem getting the built-in mic, such as the one on an XPS M1210 to work in Linux. This makes VOIP on Linux not possible. This needs to be fixed! Preinstall open-source OS (Linux) + fully-functional FREE application software Linux, Operating Systems, Desktops and Laptops submitted by doctorsuse 02/20/07
Adding to the other posts on this subject, yes, DELL makes great hardware. Facilitating the sale of this hardware by preinstalling an open source Linux OS and fully-functional OpenOffice suite + a selection of some of the other great open source photo editing, Internet browsing, email, multimedia software would be a great idea. This saves the consumer hundreds of dollars per system (have a look at the price of MS office 2007 + Vista, not including Photoshop and so forth). The recent agreement between Ubuntu and Linspire would offer all multimedia codec support for legal use. As well, Dell could no doubt come to some mutually-beneficial agreement with Ubuntu/Linspire as to the CNR (Click 'N Run) software downloading service (though which users can purchase or freely download other software, in addition to the hundreds of thousands of free packages available from the various Ubuntu repositories). New Product Ideas, Operating Systems submitted by goonmaster 02/20/07 A driver development kit for every peice of Dell hardware like Lexmark have, so if the driver doesnt exist you have the option of making it. 2 Comments » Operating Systems submitted by icantseeyou 02/21/07 **IMPLEMENTED**
From all of the press I have read it is plain that Vista is a big bomb. To buy the cheapest version I hear it isn't even as good as XP SP2. At the same time you need at least 4 Gig to run it. Offer other options... I don't care if it's Linux, XP, or a rat running on a wheel. Don't make us buy Vista. Accessories (Keyboards, etc.) submitted by yesmathew 02/21/07
Vorbis is an open source, lossy audio codec project headed by the Xiph.Org Foundation and intended to serve as a replacement for MP3. It is most commonly used in conjunction with the Ogg container and is then called Ogg Pre-install Linux with option of licensed codecs Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by dominicwise 02/20/07
Provide customers with the option to have Linux pre-installed as an alterrnative to Windows when purchasing a PC or laptop. As there are a huge number of Linux distributions available it might be sensible to offer from a few of the most popular ones e.g. Ubuntu, OpenSuse, Fedora which can be freely distributed at no cost. This would provide a competitive advantage as with zero licensing fees lower prices could be offered to customers. Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by brjones 02/20/07
I vote to have Ubuntu or Kubuntu installed or just be able to buy a new Dell cheaper (with possibly even an AMD processor) with no pre-installed O/S. A Dell Laptop I can use on my lap! (without being burned) Laptops submitted by oldsalerogls 02/17/07
I proudly own a 2 year old dell laptop 600m- but it's got heat issues.. who can use their Laptop for 20 minutes before then Laptop begins to get more than warm..and your going to get possibly burned. Stop making excuses, and start paying attention. WE WANT LINUX!!! Linux submitted by homer 02/28/07
Dear Michael Dell, We are listening, and as a result, we are working with Novell to certify our corporate client products for Linux, including our OptiPlex desktops, Latitude notebooks and Dell Precision workstations. Well you are obviously not listening. The vast majority of the Linux requests on this site are not from "corporate" customers, they are from end users seeking home computing Linux solutions. Are you listening yet? This is another step towards ensuring that our customers have a good experience with Linux on our systems. It's not a step forward, it's a sidestep shuffle. What exactly are you afraid of ... that people might actually prefer Linux to Windows? I could build and "certify" a Linux workstation in 20 minutes, without the assistance of production facilities and a team of engineers, why is this such a problem for the world's biggest OEM? Are you suggesting that Linux somehow represents a "problem" with regards to hardware, and that it's going to take a team of rocket scientists months to discover Linux compatible components? Right now, Linux works with virtually the same hardware that WIndows XP does, and considerably more hardware than Vista ... but that doesn't seem to have prevented you "certifying" Vista (a.k.a. Windows ME2). What a joke! As this community knows, there is no single customer preference for a distribution of Linux. In the last week, the IdeaStorm community suggested more than half a dozen distributions. We don't want to pick one distribution and alienate users with a preference for another. No, no, no, no. That's not how it works. This is just more excuses. At the end of the day, Linux is Linux is Linux. The distro is not that significant (other than the distinction between a commercial or community distro). Surely the CEO of one of the world's biggest companies can make a decision. Pick a Linux distro and run with it. And stop making excuses. My personal preference is for Fedora Core, but if you offered an Ubuntu desktop machine, I'd buy it, because (like I said) at the end of the day it is Linux that is important, not the distro. My primary motivation is to keep my money out of Microsoft's pockets and have an OS ... any OS ... that is not Windows. I can, and probably will, switch between half a dozen distros during the lifespan of that hardware. However, it is extremely important that you offer pre-installed Linux workstations to end-users, rather than just "OS-free" systems, because without this option, you will be helping to perpetuate the misconception that Linux is not popular. Well congratulations, you have just discovered exactly how much of a misconception this really is. Maybe you should have considered DellIdeaStorm years ago, rather than sit around waiting for point-of-sale figures that could not ever accurately reflect the popularity of something that is a free download. Trust me ... you will not alienate anyone by making a firm choice of distro support. I'm sure the tens of thousands of home users, who are demanding Linux from Dell, will be overjoyed just to have a choice of any Linux distro. We want users to have the opportunity to help define the market for Linux on desktop and notebook systems. This is just nonsensical marketing gobbledegook. Say what you mean, and stop obfuscating the truth with gibberish. You can "define" the market right now ... by selling us what we want, rather than what Microsoft dictates you sell to us. The 200000+ vote for Linux should be a clear enough "definition" for anyone ... who's prepared to listen ... and not bury his head in the sand. In addition to working with Novell, Bad move. By all means offer Microvell to any corporate user gullible enough to swallow Steve Ballmer's baseless FUD about Microsoft's intellectual property, but I think you'll find home users rather less than receptive to any distro offerings from any company that sleeps with the enemy. we are also working with other distributors and evaluating the possibility of additional certifications across our product line. This is the only promising statement in the whole response, but it sounds like a lot of hot air to me. Actions, not words. GIVE US LINUX! Are you trying to rejuvenate sales or not? Give the customers what they want. We are continuing to investigate your other Linux-related ideas, so please continue to check here for updates. Oh I'll be sure to, but I'm not holding my breath. Microsoft has you far too firmly under their thumb for me to seriously expect any positive changes at Dell. Thanks for giving us all a glimmer of (false) hope, though. 68 Comments » Help create Open Source drivers - employ or hire a few developers Linux, Operating Systems submitted by tingo 02/21/07
The Open Source market is growing - fast.  track my votes
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