The Linux desktop distribution from Xandros has taken a page out of Unix history and started seeding their operating system in college. They’ve made a deal with Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia to partner with Dell to provide 9,000 Linux-powered laptops over the next three years. Read the press release here.I’ve installed Xandros a couple of times and the installation goes quickly and the system works well. If they keep making news like this, I”ll have to review their new software soon.James Related content opinion Regaining Control By James Gaskin Jan 31, 2008 1 min Data Center opinion Share Your Laptop Tricks By James Gaskin Jan 30, 2008 1 min Laptops opinion Buddy Bling By James Gaskin Jan 29, 2008 2 mins Facebook LinkedIn opinion More Solid State Drive Info By James Gaskin Jan 28, 2008 2 mins Enterprise Storage Podcasts Videos Resources Events NEWSLETTERS Newsletter Promo Module Test Description for newsletter promo module. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe