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Windows 7, Linux Battle for Netbook Supremacy

 
Linux had the early lead but doesn't have the marketing might to threaten Microsoft on netbooks, analysts say. Problem is, until Windows 7 arrives, Microsoft's stuck pitching old XP to this new market. (link)

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