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CherryPal C100 Desktop Cloud PC
$250.00
Released July, 2008
The Pros:Very energy-efficient. Low price. Free 50GB online storage.
The Cons:Not much RAM. Not very customizable.
The CherryPal C100 is a miniscule PC designed to surf the web, run iTunes, email, and edit documents. CherryPal claims no operating system, though a close look reveals it runs a stripped-down form of Debian GNU/Linux and boots up in 20 seconds.
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It uses two Watts of power, and is designed to last 10 years. A "cloud PC" means that most of the software is stored on servers on the Internet and managed by CherryPal. The CherryPal team manages all upgrades and installation for the user, and does the system maintenence. The user does everything through the browser. CherryPal also claims that it will never get a virus or be hacked because it has no OS, and all the software is stored remotely. The name comes from one of the first testers, who declared the Cloud PC to be "sweeter than Apple."
Features
- 50GB Free Internet Storage
- iTunes, OpenOffice, CherryPal's Instant Messenger App, and a media client.
- 256MB DDR2 RAM
- 4GB Solid-State Drive
- 802.11g WiFi
- 10/100 Ethernet Port
- No monthly fees
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Solmn:
#cherrypal_c100_desktop_cloud_pc Thank you for talking about the CherryPal C100. I am linking to this page from my blog, CherryPal for Everyone, at cherrypal dot blogspot dot com.
I'm told that CherryPal will be coming out with a laptop as well. I agree with using the term "netbook" to refer to this category of machines, appropriate for both the desktop and notebook version, the difference being only the built in monitor and keyboard.
I am excited about how the CherryPal can bridge barriers to people who have not had access to computers or the internet because of money, fear, education or other challenges. I will be commenting on my experience of using it on my blog as soon as I get my own CherryPal C100!
Although it may seem hypocritical to require your own monitor and keyboard for a "portable" device, I can't wait to find out if the comfort factor will outweigh the convenience. You can use CODE CPP206 to get your own CherryPal for $10 less than purchase price at Paypal. http://cherrypal.blogspot.com
Aug 4, 08
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