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Software => BSD, Linux, and Unix => Topic started by: thumbtak on January 31, 2011, 04:58:06 PM

Title: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: thumbtak on January 31, 2011, 04:58:06 PM

I have a strange request. I will make a list below.

- Tablet computer or touch screen laptop.
- Xubuntu
- Microphone/Camera
- Skype Support
- Not to much into gaming, but a few emulators would be nice.
- USB
- Physical keyboard.

I am thinking a touch screen laptop where I can install Windows and Xubuntu would be nice. I don't use Windows much, but to have it, if needed.

What would you say is the best way to go? The best way to be the cheapest and get the most for my money.

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: Quantos on January 31, 2011, 07:46:12 PM

Can you clarify what you are looking for?
Do you need hardware, software or both?

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: thumbtak on February 01, 2011, 02:34:31 PM

Hardware. I know I want to use Xubuntu.

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: Salmon Trout on February 01, 2011, 02:49:10 PM

(http://www.tabletpcreview.com/assets/2891.jpg)

(http://www.tabletpcreview.com/assets/2889.jpg)

(http://www.tabletpcreview.com/assets/2905.jpg)

http://www.tabletpcreview.com/default.asp?newsID=868

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: thumbtak on February 01, 2011, 04:35:36 PM

http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/lenovo-thinkpad-x61-tablet/4505-3121_7-32470214.html

If you look at the link above you will see that "CNET" says it "Starting at: $2,249.99", yeah not looking at something that pricey. I did find it for a cheaper price of "$850", but still way too pricey for me. If anyone can find it much (much cheaper), then let me know. Other wise I need something different.

Just a reminder, I am gearing towards something that will run Xubuntu for business use. I am a big Internet user when it comes to work.

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: Quantos on February 04, 2011, 03:27:10 PM

Quote from: thumbtak on February 01, 2011, 04:35:36 PM

http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/lenovo-thinkpad-x61-tablet/4505-3121_7-32470214.html
If anyone can find it much (much cheaper), then let me know. Other wise I need something different.

Just a reminder, I am gearing towards something that will run Xubuntu for business use. I am a big Internet user when it comes to work.

So you want us to do your shopping for you?

Title: Re: Xubuntu Touch screen computer (Request)
Post by: thumbtak on February 04, 2011, 03:45:18 PM

Quote from: Quantos on February 04, 2011, 03:27:10 PM

So you want us to do your shopping for you?

I don't know how to tell if a touch screen device will work smoothly with Xubuntu. This is because I have never had the chance to test out a touch screen device with Xubuntu.