Roswell... Yes, I said that in the first post. They inked that deal a while back, but now Lindows is saying they can't deliver what they promised. Therein lies the problem.... they've sold Wal-Mart a bill of goods and now they're left swinging in the wind. I don't imagine Wal-Mart will be happy to hear that Lindows can't deliver Windows compatibility after all.

On the other hand, Wal-Mart also has a deal with Mandrake in place for preinstalled shipments, and I see that as MUCH more likely to be a positive for Linux. Say what you will about Mandrake (and God knows I have ), but it really is the best hope Linux has for making an impact on the desktop market. If Wal-Mart can move Mandrake PCs, I think there a good chance on the desktop.

Here's my real fear: Lindows will end up being a complete bust and give Linux a black eye after all the hype they've put out, and Wal-Mart will sour on Linux altogether. The whole thing could turn out to be a huge setback for other distros trying to break into the desktop market. I don't think these Lindows guys have done us any favors at all.

PS.... to the one who gave me negs and said I've never used Lindows, what gave you that idea? I've seen it in action, and I was unimpressed.