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OLPC Hacking

December 21st, 2007 · Comments Off · Linux

I got a developer key for my XO laptop, which enables booting into Open Firmware command mode and running unsigned development builds of the OS.

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Coming soon: Your XO laptop

December 20th, 2007 · Comments Off · Linux

As my readers know, my XO laptop arrived two days ago. However, I received this email a few minutes ago:

Your XO laptop is on its way.
We’re happy to inform you that your XO laptop has shipped. In order to help you get the most out of your experience with the XO and One Laptop per [...]

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My OLPC Laptop arrived!

December 18th, 2007 · Comments Off · Linux

Late this afternoon, UPS left a surprisingly small & heavy box at my door. It was my OLPC laptop! There are no printed manuals; instead a note directs you to a getting started page.
The laptop is much smaller than I expected. The keyboard is a little too small for adult hands to use it comfortably. [...]

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