Who Needs OLPC?

By Stephen Downes - Stephen's Web. Who Needs OLPC?
This post mostly makes the point that the rising cost of the OLPC (now $175) and the declining cost of commercial computers (now $289) are close to reaching convergence. Yes, the OLPC has some neat features, like a way to generate its own power. If you can live without Windows and Office (which seem to be more expenseive than the computer these days) then you're already at OLPC territory - if your school board takes advantage of the low prices and isn't seduced by marketing. More...