The Via processors are used in the $199 WalMart lindows boxes. So, they must be OK for linux. Don't know how they compare though. My $.02 Jim Chris Hoelscher wrote: >Curiosity - anyone know if the Via C3 processors are o.k. for Linux? >And generally where would they fit in the Pentium or AMD rankings? >I.e.: is a Via C3 650 similar to a P2 650? > >Thanks - > >