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Showing 1-15 of 15 results foundShort Take: Dell to include Linux its PCs
August 9, 1999 Dell will preinstall the Linux operating system on its laptops and home computers in the coming months, extending the operating system availability from servers, workstations, and business desktops...Dell picks Ubuntu for Linux PCs
May 1, 2007 Computer maker is trying a second time to sell Linux PCs and has chosen Canonical's Ubuntu to supply the operating system.The XP alternative for Vista PCs
September 21, 2007 Microsoft is quietly telling PC makers they can offer a Windows XP "downgrade" to customers buying systems preloaded with Vista.Image: Lenovo's XP 'downgrade' programDell brings back XP on home systems
April 19, 2007 After adding it back as an option for small businesses, direct seller offers older OS on consumer machines in response to demand.Dell takes small steps toward Linux
February 26, 2007 PC maker will certify some corporate machines with Novell's Suse Linux, but stops short of offering pre-installed Linux.PC makers climb onboard with Vista
January 30, 2007 As expected, the PC industry is ready with new Vista computers after years of delays. But the immediate impact on the PC market could be muted.PC buyers aim to cut the 'crapware'
April 26, 2007 Following the lead of businesses, some consumers are wiping their systems clean and starting over, but it's not always easy.Vista winds its way to market
November 10, 2006 The release of the Windows update to computer makers is just the start of a long process to get it on shelves and in PCs.Dell exec: We're not Wintel's lapdog
April 10, 2006 Kevin Kettler says Dell plays a starring role in guiding tech, even if that causes friction with allies.Is Vista helping boost PC sales?
May 23, 2007 It's tough to get a handle on whether Microsoft's OS is spurring people to buy, or if they'd be buying anyway.Virtualization bolsters Dell worldview
April 5, 2006 CTO Kevin Kettler touts the technology as a big improvement, saying it extends Dell's "building block" approach. Photos: Dell CTO pushes virtualizationCan a Vista coupon save holiday PC sales?
August 24, 2006 Microsoft plans to offer some kind of Vista-related promotion, but it's unclear whether promises of upgrades will fend off sluggish sales.Google: No Web browser plans
May 31, 2006 Executives say no to browser, downplay threats from Microsoft's new ad system and search plans.Commentary: A blue Christmas without Vista
March 22, 2006 Retailers, PC makers get coal in stockings nine months early as Microsoft operating-system debut slips to 2007.Vista delay could sting PC makers
March 22, 2006 The postponed launch of the Windows update looks bad for the whole computer industry, analysts say. Sponsored matches for "PC"
