Thursday, September 6, 2007
Zonbu Computer Is Available
The Zonbu computer that I first reported about in May is finally available. I had hoped that the price would be lower so that it would be more accessible to everyone. They do offer a variety of monthly service plans that range from free to $19.99 per month. The higher cost plans if they are paid at sign-up for two years do offer up to $150 rebate on the hardware. That leads to a cost range from $249.00 for the basic plan for life up to $517.95 for the best plan for two years. You can try out different combinations very easily and quickly see the cost on the Zonbu web site.
A month ago I would have whole heartily recommended this computer to a family or light computer user. Since I have seen the possibility of a $199 notebook computer from Asus, I am somewhat hesitant to recommend Zonbu. Possibly Zonbu will lower their hardware costs when and if the Asus notebook hits the street for $199.
A month ago I would have whole heartily recommended this computer to a family or light computer user. Since I have seen the possibility of a $199 notebook computer from Asus, I am somewhat hesitant to recommend Zonbu. Possibly Zonbu will lower their hardware costs when and if the Asus notebook hits the street for $199.
Labels: kids, Linux, thin client
Sunday, May 27, 2007
A New Way of Home Computing
Zonbu is soon to release a new type of computer for the home user. It features low power consumption and online backup of data. The greatest features are that it is always updated and includes many useful software applications.
The purchase cost is low, but there is a monthly subscription fee based on how much storage that you need. If you compare the costs of a computer, software, and backup media - this could be a positive product for someone that is not proficient in setting up or maintaining their own computer. This also covers computers for kids when the adult does not have the time to maintain the computer? (guilty) This will also keep the kids from "using" your computer. One downside of this computer for younger kids is that it will most likely not run any video games.
This type of computer is called a thin-client. The bulk of the storage and application data is stored on a central server somewhere. This not a new idea. It was discussed by several companies in the 90's. It has even been implemented by some organizations such as the Florida city of Largo.
The purchase cost is low, but there is a monthly subscription fee based on how much storage that you need. If you compare the costs of a computer, software, and backup media - this could be a positive product for someone that is not proficient in setting up or maintaining their own computer. This also covers computers for kids when the adult does not have the time to maintain the computer? (guilty) This will also keep the kids from "using" your computer. One downside of this computer for younger kids is that it will most likely not run any video games.
This type of computer is called a thin-client. The bulk of the storage and application data is stored on a central server somewhere. This not a new idea. It was discussed by several companies in the 90's. It has even been implemented by some organizations such as the Florida city of Largo.
Labels: kids, Linux, thin client
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