The “$100 Computer” coming to life

This is very cool for a whole bunch of reasons. Watch the video of the new “XO Laptop” meant for distribution to children in developing countries.

My thought is, why stop here? Our landfills are topping up with redundant, incompatible, e-junk. The whole computing industry has us salivating for the next, most powerful iteration of computing devices, when the vast majority of users really only need what is featured in this strikingly simple device.

Think of your mom, your child or your non-geek friends. All they need is a simple computer that provides internet connectivity, along with some creative & office tools.

Make all components of these machines 100% recyclable and you have a more sustainable future for information technology, not to mention the whole planet. Back this up with top-notch e-cycling in all communities, and fine those who throw computers and monitors in the trash.