I really want my own Linux/BSD box. I have been browsing for small computers but there is so much noise out there. Could you help me or recommend something? Something along these lines:
This would be awesome but I just haven't found one. If I would buy something with ARM, how would that affect software possibilities? I'm no sysadmin, just a lowly tech geek :/
It's not out yet. But it's pretty sweet. You can attach everything else to it. I'm getting the model B.
http://www.raspberrypi.org/
It's almost here!
still not here! ITSHOULDBEHEREALREADY
Plug computers look pretty cool. I've been thinking about picking up a DreamPlug. Check the link for more
Damn Small Computers: computers designed for Damn Small Linux.
Mine was finally shipped the other day! I hope it gets here soon!
>>9
A RasPi?
Let us know what you do with it!
I just had to have no money in my account when they were ready to be shipped. Grr.
I was going to order a RasPi... But then I found out they're charging $42 instead of the $35 they promised. Making people wait 16 weeks telling them they'll have to pay 20% more than the promised price is definitely not going to make customers happy.
Just pick up any random ARM based controller. No need for the Pi.
>>12
Most of the ones I've found are pretty specialized, or they're only sold in bulk/to registered companies.
Plus it's just handy having a computer all ready, without any soldering and warranty voiding. Arguably cheaper, too.
>>11
Tax. They're UK-based, they tax everyone to hell over there (even on the interwebz).
Still cheaper than a sheevaplug without much a sacrifice of specs.
RasPi is pretty popular over at 4chan's /diy/, but they use it mostly as a controller, not as a complete computer. It's cool if you're building an automated mechanism (say, a small robot), but its use as a PC is downright discouraged.
Also, cost is far too high IMO and customer service sucks.