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Dell: Support Open BIOSes for Linux Dell, Linux submitted by phubert 10/10/07 **REVIEWED**
An Open BIOS for Linux would free it from the DOS legacy code and speed boot times. Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by ntaylor0909 02/17/07 **REVIEWED**
I read the same question on Linux forums, all the time: What is the best brand of computer/laptop to purchase for Linux. I know that there is the n series of computers and notebooks, but it could go a step further. Accept the recent offer of free Linux driver development from the Linux Kernel Community so that DELLs "just work" with Linux. Maybe look at some ideas like LinuxBIOS and/or OpenBIOS. Become the OEM that everyone recommends. There is a growing market for Open Source friendly computers and DELL could own that market. OpenBIOS/LinuxBIOS Machines, Laptops in particular Linux, Laptops submitted by smoe 08/23/07
It would of course be brilliant if Dell would offer such directly. To support the respective developers though would already be sufficiently fantastic. Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by daniel117 06/29/07 **REVIEWED**
Since Dell is putting Ubuntu on their notebooks and a desktop computer, I figured out that they can put it on their tablet pc's as well. Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Linux submitted by jinxed 06/19/07
For years I've been frustrated with scanner support and compatibility in Linux. There is a project that provides drivers for many scanners, but many of the drivers are outdated and many of the better scanners are not supported. Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by kevintrooper 06/28/07
Instead of using the windows logos on ubuntu pcs keyboards The Neo 1973 could be your answer to the iPhone Broadband and Mobility, New Product Ideas submitted by jmxz 07/10/07
This phone has The OpenMoko based touchscreen mobile phones and developer kits go on sale. The media is already positioning it as an iPhone rival: http://www.techworld.com/mobility/news/index.cfm?newsID=9417&pagtype=samechan Linux phone poses as iPhone rival I think embracing this platform as your answer to the iPhone would be interesting. The more technical community would love the ability to program a cell phone (in the same way you can your PC products) which is lacking in the Apple product. PS: one of your other competitors (Toshiba) already announced a linux phone this month: http://www.linuxdevices.com/news/NS2806053950.html ; but this Neo device seems better (better industrial design) to me. Dell - please stay focused on the highest-voted ideas, though. Don't distract yourselves with this one until you've addressed the ideas below which have been the top-ranked ideas for at least 6 months without adequate responses..
Linux, Printers and Ink, Service and Support submitted by jfelisky 02/21/07
I have a Dell 3100cn laser printer, which was a nice purchase until I dropped Windows XP and moved to OpenSuSE on my home computer. Make Dell Ubuntu PCs available to businesses and non-profits Linux, Sales Strategies, Small Business submitted by wyleyr 06/20/07 **UNDER REVIEW**
Dell is apparently not yet willing to sell Ubuntu-based PCs to business users, non-profits, or other organizations larger than a "home office." See this Ubuntu forum thread for more: Same discounts available on Ubuntu and Windows Linux, Operating Systems, Sales Strategies submitted by jonsmirl 06/12/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED** I'm ordering a Vista XPS 410 right now. I wanted a Ubuntu one but I'm going to throw away yet another copy of Windows. The Vista XPS 410 has $200 off today and free ship for a total of $869. The identical Ubuntu machine is $1019 plus $29.99 shipping. So today Ubuntu costs $170 more than Windows instead of $50 less. Why can't I have the same discounts on the Ubuntu machine? 50 Comments » Thanks for the honesty: "Dell warns of Vista upgrade challenges" Advertising and Marketing, Operating Systems, Sales Strategies, Software submitted by jmxz 07/05/07 **ALREADY OFFERED**
Interesting article here: Dell warns of Vista upgrade challenges Published: 04 Jul 2007 18:02 BST And as the media's reporting, this is especially nice since it's not necessarily in Dell's short-term best interest to do so: http://vista.blorge.com/2007/07/05/dell-warns-businesses-of-windows-vista-woes/ Many people would think it would be advantageous for Dell to simply promote Vista as much as it can but it is taking a step back and telling businesses to consider “holding off”...Nice that Dell sees that long term the trust of their customers matters more than the short term extra sales of a few memory chips. This is re-assuring to hear you saying it publicly and helps people trust you more. Idea: Keep being honest. It's refreshing. 6 Comments » Offer at least one "free upgrade" option for Linux PCs Linux submitted by seeking_alpha 07/10/07 Vista PCs has a lot of "free upgrade" options and thus some of Ubuntu models cost $225 more than the same model with Vista. Details can be found at http://www.devside.net/blog/dell-ubuntu-lies< we get the same for Ubuntu? By the way who sponsors these free upgrades, Microsoft? 5 Comments » TV Commercial for New Ubuntu PCs Advertising and Marketing, Linux submitted by josmar52789 05/03/07 Dell should produce a new commercial for the Ubuntu PCs. It could tell the consumers of America why Dell has chosen to pre-install Linux on mainstream computers and hopefully promote the advantages of this new endeavor. Plus, it's likely that Dell's Linux initiative would be much more successful. 117 Comments » Have Firefox pre-installed as default browser Software submitted by robinjfisher 02/19/07 **REVIEWED**
Does what it says on the tin! Most people only use IE because they aren't aware of other browsers - they think Internet Explorer is the Internet! What would really drive take up of alternative browsers is if Firefox was pre-installed as the default browser so that when people look for the "Internet" in Windows, they are using FF. Provide Linux Drivers for all your Hardware Linux submitted by gergnz 02/19/07 **IN PROGRESS**
I don't care whether the OS is pre-installed or not, I want all the hardware to be totally supported in the Linux kernel without in mucking around. I currently have a Dell M1210 and I wish the modem would work, just in case I need it. The web cam would work, just in case I need it. At least the Intel wireless card is totally supported. Thanks Intel!! Dell Must Use Ubuntu Stickers! {Pics Inside} Linux submitted by thebittersea 06/10/07 **UNDER REVIEW** Pre-Installed OpenOffice | alternative to MS Works & MS Office Software, Desktops and Laptops submitted by dhart 02/17/07
coreboot (formerly LinuxBIOS) instead of proprietary BIOS Linux, Desktops and Laptops submitted by yesmathew 02/20/07
coreboot (formerly known as LinuxBIOS) is a Free Software project aimed at replacing the proprietary BIOS (firmware) you can find in most of today's computers. Sell Linux PCs Worldwide - not only the United States Linux, Sales Strategies, Desktops and Laptops submitted by ergo 05/02/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**
Dell has now decided to sell computers with Linux pre-installed. GREAT MOVE! But for the moment, it only concerns the US... Here outside the US, we can't wait to buy a pre-installed Linux Dell PC! Please sell Linux PCs worldwide! Linux submitted by yesmathew 05/03/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**
Dell announced to pre-load Ubuntu on Notebooks and Desktops for US market. What about for Europe? We want for Europe market too... users from Switzerland, Germany, France, UK, Austria, Spain, and others are requesting the same.  track my votes
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