The Z is the ultimate device for Linux lovers and \'classically trained\' computer users/hackers. I am convinced though that a Z is an overkill for Windows *users* who want a standard PDA or need MS Office interchange as a priority. If you buy one, just on looks or because you like the screen or keyboard that may not by the best criterion for decision. I think of the Z as more of a blank canvas, you tailor it to your needs, make your own device from it, but to get the most, you have to treat it like any other Linux desktop or laptop, the shell is there, lurking like a Golem. The GUI is fine, to a point only, beyond which the mysteries and shamanic rituals of the shell come into play. If runs any flavour of UNIX I\'m at home, be it a PDP-11 or my Sun, Debian or Zaurus. But I\'ve seen here on ZUG and in the real world, people run into dead ends an get disappointed because they spend a lot of money and then realise they can\'t do X or Y, they could, but it would require \'getting your hands dirty\'. I can\'t advise about wifi or bluetooth, because I don\'t trust anything that doesn\'t have a cable, I\'m a proud luddite at times :-) Anyway, there\'s enough EM radiation flying about and I am already as mad as a moonstruck cow.
I agree with vishnja on most things ;-)
If the original poster reads my inane jibber: don\'t be put off, rather see this as an opportunity to learn something good and worthwhile, the Z more than any machine in a LONG time has re-invigourated my love of computing, the Z will provide a nice GUI and apps for most things, plus like any **real computer or OS** there is power brimming under the surface, all you need is a bit of determination and you can make it do anything.
In short: like Linux? Love the Z.
