Virtually EVERYONE I know has replaced the version of Linux that comes with this box, as it has only a tiny fraction of the features normally found in any modern flavor of Linux.
A handful of Linux distributions have issues with the Network & Graphics ports on these machines. I currently have CentOS 5.x running on multiple B202 boxes, which worked with the network. Had to set video to VESA to get graphics up. I'm not aware of WIRELESS working on these under any mainstream flavor of Linux out-of-the-box. You may need their USB DVD drive to make install easier, depending on your skills (makes things MUCH easier).
For those looking for a device strictly for reading, the new Kobo is a nice little option. It's small enough to slip into a pocket, can do more with a PDF than the competition, and at $129, it's $10 cheaper than both the Nook and Kindle WiFi.
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Virtually EVERYONE I know has replaced the version of Linux that comes with this box, as it has only a tiny fraction of the features normally found in any modern flavor of Linux.
A handful of Linux distributions have issues with the Network & Graphics ports on these machines. I currently have CentOS 5.x running on multiple B202 boxes, which worked with the network. Had to set video to VESA to get graphics up. I'm not aware of WIRELESS working on these under any mainstream flavor of Linux out-of-the-box. You may need their USB DVD drive to make install easier, depending on your skills (makes things MUCH easier).
-->Tom