First Ultrabook running Linux operating system

There are many ultrabooks being sold on the market, but most of them are running Windows operating system of Microsoft. However, recently, ZaReason computer company has just launched UltraLap 430 - the product is considered the first ultrabook running Linux open source operating system. The product is priced at 899 USD.

UltraLap 430 has a 14.1 inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels; 2 USB 3.0 ports; 1 USB 2.0 port; HDMI; SD card slot; Ethernet port; Support WiFi and Bluetooth. The device measures 34 x 23 x 1.9 cm (wide x long x thick) and weighs 1.58 kg. Thanks to Intel's Rapid Start Technology, the product promises fast boot times.

UltraLap 430 - ultrabook runs Linux.

Basic configuration of products using Core i3-33217U dual-core speed of 1.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 32 GB SSD drive, 6 cell battery. For an additional $ 49, users can choose the Core i5 model (i5-3317U).

ZaReason provides many Linux-based operating systems including Ubuntu 12.04, Debian, Fedora, or Linux Mint. UltraLap 430 is also pre-installed with Ubuntu variants such as Kubuntu or Edubuntu.

Although users can completely buy PCs running Windows, then install Linux on your computer, but owning a laptop designed to run Linux from the beginning has its own benefits. With UltraLap 430, you can be assured that all your hardware will be compatible with Linux. Perhaps the biggest barrier of this product is the starting price of 899 USD of this product.

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