[ubuntu-uk] DELL w/Ubuntu available in the UK

[alan c]

Pete Stean wrote:
> Ah, the Dell Inspiron 6400 which they are selling retails for £359+
> depending on features such as memory etc.
> 
> The irony of course is that this machine is *no cheaper* than the
> Vista-loaded equivalent... why are they not prepared to pass on the
> licence cost saving to the consumer?  And who would buy a Ubuntu machine
> when they can get a Vista machine for the same price (knowing, of course,
> that a free Ubuntu install can be put on the machine with no problems...)?
> Way to go, Dell UK  :|

I would (buy one). With dell behind ubuntu and making some reasonable 
efforts I would probably pay more for a ubuntu machine than an 
equivalent windows one. I also do not want a windows tax to be passed 
to M$. Standing up to be counted is not always a totally comfortable 
experience.

I like Linux and I find on reflection that I have spent more money, 
not less, on computers and computing since I have become settled
with Linux than ever I did when locked into (and resentful with) windows.

The reason why I use linux and specifically K/Ubuntu is not cost.

Nor would I vote for say, a candidate who bought me a best lunch, nor 
necessarily go for the lowest quote for similar work promises.
I just do not think life is *that* simple.

Having said all that, I will be delighted when the linux version 
products are lower priced. I guess that will happen when Dell's 
throughput increases and they have an established and increasing 
market. That will happen faster when you buy one also :-)
-- 
alan cocks
Kubuntu user#10391