Dell launches its Linux- based Ubuntu operating system known as Studio XPS13 laptop. The company says the Ubuntu comes in the form of an optional operating system for its notebook.

The USP (unique selling point) of the 13.3-inch notebook is its 2.4GHz Core2 Duo CPU, which bears resemblence to the Windows Vista model. However the company  provides upgrade to 2.53GHz Core2 Duo for the users of Ubuntu whereas Vista users can  upgrade either 2.53 or 2.66GHz CPU.

Besides its RAM allows Ubuntu users to upgrade 4GB RAM whereas Vista users are able to  upgrade to either a 6GB or an 8GB RAM. The Ubuntu laptops don’t support to mobile broadband modules that comes handy in Internet access and data transfer whilst Windows Vista can support the same. A high-capacity 9-cell battery has the Windows Vista model of the XPS13.

The company offers Ubuntu Desktop Edition version 8.10, but users opt for the 7.04 edition with either 1-year standard or basic technical support.

Pricewise, these models range from $1, 099. Besides, you can easily purchase the Dell Studio XPS13 laptop with the Linux Ubuntu operating system.