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Old 07-04-2002, 06:23 PM   #1
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Linux PDA COOL!

I have the newest version of a mag called "Personal Computer world" and in there is a review of a linux PDA.

Specs
intel strongarm processor
32MB RAM
32MB Storage
Linux Version 2.4.6
3.5 Inch screen

It looks cool!

It says here that it is better than any microsoft counterparts

I think I will have that!
 
Old 07-04-2002, 06:29 PM   #2
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Is there a question in here somewhere ? This sort of post should be posted in the General forum, but I'll let it pass this time.

And would you be talking about the Sharp Zaurus ?
 
Old 07-04-2002, 06:36 PM   #3
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ye its the sharp zaurus and its cool, soz for not askin a question just had to tell every1 on here who dont know about it.
 
Old 07-04-2002, 08:24 PM   #4
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hey, how do you upgrade Linux in that thing??, are there security issues about the PDA??, hehe,
 
Old 07-05-2002, 01:04 PM   #5
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lol ye how do u upgrade it?
 
Old 07-06-2002, 02:13 AM   #6
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Is there a Console?
 
Old 07-06-2002, 04:01 AM   #7
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Hi!!

1, how do you upgrade? Well, its quite simple really, just flash a new rom to it. You can choose between either Sharps "official" roms, or the 'Opie' roms. The Official ROMs have a few advantages like being able to run Java Apps, and having Opera as the web browser. And the Opie ones are a bit more 'open'.

2. Does it have a terminal? I'm not sure if the 'Official' rom has the terminal preinstalled, but you can always download it.

Have Fun !!
RefriedBean
 
Old 07-06-2002, 07:32 PM   #8
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bloody hell, u know ur stuff on that PDA dont u!
 
Old 07-06-2002, 09:16 PM   #9
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wait, I didn't totally get that...you upgrade the kernel version by changing a ROM??...doesn't this suck? since you have to buy something to be able to upgrade your kernel?
 
Old 07-07-2002, 01:16 AM   #10
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Quote:
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wait, I didn't totally get that...you upgrade the kernel version by changing a ROM??...doesn't this suck? since you have to buy something to be able to upgrade your kernel?
No, all you have to do is copy the new ROM image to a compact flash card, and do a special reboot. Wait a few minutes, and voila! Completely free

By the way,, you can find an *excellent* unofficial FAQ for the Zaurus here

Have Fun!!
RefriedBean

PS. I can't wait for its price to fall a bit more so I can get one of my own
 
Old 07-07-2002, 02:52 PM   #11
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cool!
 
Old 07-07-2002, 09:11 PM   #12
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ahh, thanks for the explicit explanation RefriedBean

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