SAN DIEGO, Sept. 3, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Lindows.com, Inc. and Microtel have made computer history by offering a personal computer for the unheard of price of $199. This all-time low price point allows businesses, students and those priced out of computing an opportunity to acquire and use stable, easy-to-use technology for less that any other system on the market. The $199 system is available now at www.lindows.com/walmart199.
Moms and Dads looking to get the kids ready for school can't go wrong with the $199 LindowsOS PC at Walmart.com, as school is no longer just about reading, writing and arithmetic. Students also need to know how to research the Internet, send email and use word processing tools. For the price of a game console, back-to-school shoppers can own a brand new personal computer, complete with Internet capabilities, email, speakers and a keyboard. Shoppers can purchase their computer from Walmart.com (http://www.lindows.com/walmart199) today.
"We're really excited to offer LindowsOS at such an affordable price point," said Michael Robertson, chief executive officer of Lindows.com. Inc. "Moms and Dads can give their kids the extra edge with a computer of their own. For the price of a game console, parents can provide a smart alternative that allows them to do research via the Internet, have their own email and plus have access to an additional 10 free programs.
Unlike game consoles, LindowsOS has hundreds of products to run on the LindowsOS computer. Parents that are used to paying $20 to $40 dollars for games can breathe a sigh of relief, customizing a LindowsOS machine with unlimited software titles is one low price -- $99 via the Click-N-Run Warehouse. As part of the Click-N-Run Membership, users can download Sun's (Nasdaq:SUNW) StarOffice 6.0, a complete productivity suite, valued at $75.
And rather than just games, parents will be pleased to see helpful educational software such as typing tutors, flash card programs plus more. See Lindows.com (www.lindows.com/backtoschool)to get an idea of how to customize your pc. See who else is finding LindowsOS to be a perfect fit for their needs (www.lindows.com/who).
"LindowsOS and Microtel worked diligently to configure a machine that's highly functional and extremely affordable," said Rich Hindman, vice president of Microtel. "Shipping a computer with LindowsOS allows us to continue to provide affordable computers with all of the functionality of higher priced systems. LindowsOS PC is not only perfect for students; businesses can do a lot more with their tech budget when LindowsOS/Microtel PCs are plugged into the equation."
Users can choose between the two $199 machines available.
LindowsOS/ Microtel PC Specifications for Broadband: Internet Broadband Ready CPU: 800 MHz VIA C3 Hard Drive: 10 GB Total memory size: 128 MB LindowsOS/ Microtel PC Specifications for Modem: Modem: 56 Kbps CPU: 800 MHz VIA C3 Hard Drive: 10 GB Total memory size: 128 MB
Due to Lindows.com's family friendly licensing policy, any family that purchases more than one LindowsOS machine needs to purchase only one Click-N-Run membership as the plan allows for multiple users within the family. See www.lindows.com/family for more details. Computer users not interested in buying another computer but interested in trying LindowsOS, can download a copy by becoming an Insider (www.lindows.com/signup). Read more about the Insider program. Special benefits do apply for Insiders, see details at www.lindows.com/signup.
Computer builders interested in bundling LindowsOS with their hardware should visit www.lindows.com/builders. To stay apprised of other low cost computer announcements signup at www.lindows.com/lowcost.To receive Lindows.com press releases or newsletters via email, visit www.lindows.com/mailing
About Lindows.com
Lindows.com is a consumer company that brings choice to computer users. Lindows.com, Inc. was started by Michael Robertson, founder and former CEO of MP3.com. LindowsOS is a modern, affordable, easy-to-use operating system that allows users access to hundreds of applications via the Click-N-Run(tm) Warehouse. All applications in the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindows.com/warehouse) are licensed on a per-person or family basis and can be downloaded, installed and run with just one-mouse click. LindowsOS is presently available on LindowsOS Certified Computers (www.lindows.com/walmart) being offered from Lindows.com Builder partners (www.lindows.com/builders). The General Release of LindowsOS, available presently for download and preview to Lindows.com Insiders (www.lindows.com/signup), will be made available later this year for those wishing to install and run LindowsOS on their existing computer hardware. The General Release version will support a wider range of computer hardware and includes unique features such as a "Friendly-Install" alongside an existing Microsoft(R) Windows operating system, a streamlined installation process which requires no computer knowledge, and the ability to run a select set of "bridge" Windows-compatible programs. For more information see www.lindows.com/products.
About Microtel Computer Systems
Microtel Computer Systems through its built-to-order business model, designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements, and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Microtel desktop PCs are sold through U.S. retailers, System Integrators, and VARS/VADS. Visit www.buymicrotel.com for more information.
-- Currently, this offer is limited to Walmart.com online purchases
and not available through Wal-Mart stores.