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Submission + - Dell releases Ubuntu 7.04 PCs at Windows prices

Submitted by Tookis
Tookis writes: The day Linux advocates have been waiting for has arrived. Dell has announced three different systems with Ubuntu 7.04 installed: the XPS 410n and Dimension E520n desktops and the Inspiron E1505n notebook. However, those expecting lower prices for their Linux boxes may be disappointed because there is little or no price differential between the Linux and Windows models. In fact, the entry level E520 Windows desktop is significantly cheaper. http://www.itwire.com.au/content/view/12396/1023/
Programming

Submission + - Secrets of Successful Software Requirements

Submitted by
Igor Jese
Igor Jese writes: "Although most companies do some form of requirements, there is often a lack of understanding as to exactly why the requirements need to be created and how. This article looks at some secrets to improve your requirements process even under tight deadlines. Read more..."
Censorship

Submission + - Holocaust Dropped From UK Schools

Submitted by
dteichman2
dteichman2 writes: "It appears that UK schools are ignoring The Holocaust. A government-backed study, funded by the Department for Education and Skills, found that some teachers are reluctant to teach history lessons on The Holocaust for fear of offending Muslim students whose beliefs include Holocaust denial. As such, many schools are not covering the subject. Additionally, similar problems are being met with lessons on The Crusades because these lessons contradict teachings from local mosques.

Isn't there a law that requires UK schools to cover these topics? Should there be?"
Sci-Fi

Submission + - Star Wars fan creates security scare in Melbourne

Submitted by
svunt
svunt writes: "A Star Wars fan in costume (blaster included) was swooped on by a number of police today in a Melbourne shopping centre. From the article

"The replica gun appeared to have what resembled a battery pack connected to the gun by a coiled wire, while boots and a laptop were also in the bag. The man was clad in black with unusual logos on his sleeve and breast pocket, and had what appeared to be a hands-free mobile phone earphone in one ear.
The man was later charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm. It appears that he was en route to a photo shoot to commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of Star Wars."
Linux Business

Submission + - Dell starts selling Ubuntu Laptops Today

Submitted by Anonymous Coward
An anonymous reader writes: Later today, Dell will offer U.S customers three different systems with Ubuntu 7.04 installed: the XPS 410n and Dimension E520n desktops and the Inspiron E1505n notebook. These systems will be available by 4pm CST today. Starting price for the E520n desktop and the E1505n notebook is $599; the XPS 410n starts at $899.
PlayStation (Games)

Submission + - PS3 1.80 USA update first impressions

Submitted by
root-kun
root-kun writes: "PS3's 1.80 update is now out for USA (and probably other regions). The USA/JP consoles with the emotion-engine do now have PSX/PS2 1080p upscan. DVD upscan works like a charm, PSX/PS2 memory cards can now be properly read and written too, and several other new features. The PSX/PS2 upscan is disappointingly blurry compared to the EE's pixel-perfect native 480p output however it can be disabled, and overall a great step forward for the platform!"

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