Hi, I was sent this and thought the list might be interested in seeing it as it is an interesting use for embedded Linux..Enjoy.
Instant, Low Cost Conversion of PC to Thin Client w/station The ultimate in PC recycling. Give your aging PC an instant 'brain transplant' and turn it into a snappythin client workstation for Citrix, Windows 2000 Terminal Server or Linux Terminal Server � or all three at the same time. The PC Reviver is an inexpensive embedded Linux device which replaces the PC's hard drive, booting the machine into a thin client connection to whatever server or servers are available on the network. It contains the necessary smarts to detect and load device drivers for most common PC hardware � network cards, VGA controllers and monitors. ******Benefits************ Eliminates the hard drive, one of the two principal points of failure when reinstalling old PCs for thin client networks. Eliminates an hour or more of labour usually spent reformatting the old hard drive and installing a new operating system. When this labour cost is avoided by merely installing a thin client application into the existing software mix, the old PC still has a hard drive which can be used for personal, risky and unwelcome computer activities by employees. Such PCs also remain vulnerable to malicious code, unlike true thin clients. � No need for a client operating system license. � No more controlled shutdown; the PC can now be turned off and on like a kettle. � Speeds up booting time by 40-100%. � Inexpensive. � No anti-virus software required. The retail cost seems to be around the $250 exclusive mark. Shane Shane Hollis Notes Unlimited New Zealand 4c Charlcott Street Burnside Christchurch Ph: +64 3 3574 055 Cell: +64 21 465 547 --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.537 / Virus Database: 332 - Release Date: 6/11/2003
