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There is a VERY good topic in FOG Prime Topics going but i'm interested in the 'pro-PS2' views of this forum..
I admit defeat....
> Why would ANYONE buy a linux kit for their PS2???
>What use is it?
It turns your PS2 in to an all encompassing console/Linux PC beamouth. It's not just for games development, it becomes a linux based PC, and a powerful one at that!!
What use is it?
OK OK i know you can make your own games and all but then again is it worth it????????
http://www.scee.sony.co.uk/scee2/survey/linuxkit2.jpg
UK Linux Kit
It's the UK linux kit release, but contains the same mentioned HDD, Mouse, Keyboard and Modem that will be on general release in the summer.
This lot is arriving in May!!
http://www.scee.sony.co.uk/scee2/survey/screenshot.jpg
X-Windows on PS2
Allowing the conversion of your PS2 in to an all powerful linux box with full linternet access!!
> True, but I got a 8GB and a 20GB Laptop HDD sat in my desk drawer :D
Why would you down-grade from a 40Gb drive for those? :-)
Full story is on playnationmag.co.uk
> which i add aint cheap, you seen the price of a PCMCIA modem and HD!!! laptops
> are pricy
True, but I got a 8GB and a 20GB Laptop HDD sat in my desk drawer :D