Linux Preloaded on Dell: At this point however, there are no specifics on the Linux preload, other than it will be available on laptop and desktop systems. From David Lord, a spokesman for Dell.

Rejoice penguins, Linux will be an option on future Dell desktop and mobile computers.

After several weeks of soliciting feedback from customers through its IdeaStorm Web site, pre-loading Linux became the first customer-requested option adopted by the company.