14 DAY TRIAL // Although one might say that there's no place on the market for ultra-compact, Linux-running nettops, the truth of the matter is quite different, especially if we're talking about the Linutop 3, whose diminutive size, combined with a good overall level of performance, makes it suitable for a variety of applications, such as secured kiosk, business desktop or digital signage. The device comes with Linutop OS and applications pre-loaded on flash (600MB), which makes it extremely easy for users to simply unplug the flash drive and take their data with them, thus offering a higher level of security. And since we're on this topic, we'll have to mention that Linutop is based on Ubuntu Lucid Linux, while the aforementioned software applications include Firefox, Open Office, and VLC Media player, namely just about everything might require for some basic computing activity, such as browsing the web, multimedia playback and basic office work. In terms of hardware configuration, the Linutop 3 is a pretty standard fanless nettop, since it's powered by the Intel Atom CPU running at 1.6 GHz (x86), accompanied by 1GB of RAM memory (expandable up to 2GB), as well as 2GB of internal Flash memory for storage purposes. Taking into account the specific market the device targets, it should come as no surprise that the system features plenty of connectivity options, starting with a Giga Lan Ethernet (RJ-45) connector and continuing with 2 in & 2 out 3mm audio ports, as well as VGA + DVI outputs that can attain a maximum resolution of 1920x1440 pixels resolution. The device also delivers 3D Graphic Acceleration, 6x USB 2.0 ports, 1 COM Port RS232, as well as 2 SATA and 1 PCIe internal ports. The Linutop 3 sells for 340 EUR, which is a rather fair price point, taking into account the features this thing provides.
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