Dell + Linux + Ubuntu What’s Going To Happen? Are You Ready For A Change?
For the past few days I have been sitting on my hands waiting for my head to clear while I digested the fact that Dell is really, really, going to install Linux Ubuntu on a few of their selected computers. You really have to give Dell credit for making such a gutsy move and going against the King Of The Hill. We have read the horror stories of what trouble can be caused when the giant of Redmond watches your every move.
I have written in the past that this is going to be a test of those who support Linux and having been screaming that it is ready for prime time. The test will be held for the entire world to witness and for all to see whether this grand experiment fails or succeeds. I have challenged the Linux community to throw their entire support behind this move, since there is only going to be one chance to grab at the brass ring. Other OEMs such as HP, Acer, Lenovo, and a few other players will be watching from their perches and will be quick to thrust the spear of defeat should this scheme not succeed.
For years we have read the complaints how we are all saddled with a operating system that is prone to security risks, virus attacks, spyware, malware, and every other kind of badware known to man. Yet we have continued to use the same systems because everyone else does. I am not letting myself off the hook either. Though I do currently have one lone Linux box, I’m not sure if I have the guts to make a complete switch as well.
So now is the time to put up or shut up. Dell is taking a huge risk. What about you? Are you ready for a change?
Let me know what you think.
Comments welcome.
I won’t be in on the purchasing of a Dell box, because I learned long ago I wasn’t a pre-made sort of guy. I like my computers a la carte, right down to the motherboard. On the other hand, I am doing work daily to learn all the quirks and nuances of Ubuntu, so that those who buy and need support won’t be out in the cold, and will continue to purchase these Dell boxes, free from ties to Redmond.