It all starts with Ubuntu. The new version is feisty, but I bet it wont be long before a new release emerges. This release supports lots of hardware, and my DV2000 laptop works flawlessly. There are some issues with the Broadcom wireless modem, but there are drivers that are in preliminary stages that get the device working somewhat. I have routed an Ethernet cable from my modem around my room, and am now using a cable for the firm time in forever. It is much faster than any wireless can ever be, especially when your ISP offers anything over gigabit download speeds. The following is a list of programs that I have installed, and are working perfectly: Ubuntu Feisty 7.04. Beryl. Firefox 32 bit on a 64 bit AMD processor. I did this because there is currently only a Macromedia Flash 64 bit compilation (a shame). Skype 32 bit on a 64 bit AMD machine. Kiba Object Dock, that reminds me of the Mac OSX toolbar at the bottom of the screen.