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A new type of computing device, the Intel Compute Stick enables you to transform a display into a fully functional computer via an HDMI* port. Ready-to-go out-of-the-box, the Intel Compute Stick offers the performance, quality, and value you expect from Intel.
Just plug the Intel Compute Stick into any HDMI monitor, connect any peripherals the Intel Compute Stick delivers true plug and play computing. The built-in Wi-Fi and 8 GB of on-board storage lets you connect and begin working right out-of-the-box. Ubuntu 14.04 LTS* is pre-installed so you can begin accessing files and the cloud immediately.
The Intel Compute Stick with a quad-core Intel Atom processor has all the performance you need for running entry-level signage and kiosks, thin client, embedded, collaboration, or cloud applications. And with the included micro SD card slot, you get the option of additional storage, allowing you to access your files quickly and easily.
Don't worry about theft. The compute stick has a security notch for securing to objects with a cable, ensuring that your device moves only when you want it to.
In the office, a conference room, or moving from desk to desk in the workplace, your system and your files stay with you, making it easy to work when, where, and how you want. It’s everything you need to be productive in a device that fits in the palm of your hand.
The Intel Compute Stick – Connect. Compute. It’s that simple.
Pros: Pros: -Easy to set up. Plugged it in, plugged in usb keyboard. Went through set up. Crashed once when downloading and installing ubuntu updates, restarted it and it finished installing just fine. -I got it for a work related project (digital signage) but now my kids are using it to stream netflix, after installing chrome, (default is chromium) -Family using it to surf internet -Fits unobtrusively behind TV.
Cons: -I was expecting to just putty into it for remote admin so I didn't buy bluetooth keyboard/mouse. Since the device has morphed into a media device the family has used it. So the universal access option mouse keys helped. -I wish it had more memory. After updating Ubuntu there wasn't much space left, like 300 MB. -I am getting an SD Card to put into it for more storage -Not a powerhouse but super cheap for full pc. Does everything I need. -Not as small as I thought. Full 4" in length.
Overall Review: I got the ubnutu one because for what I intended it for I don't need all the bloat of windows. Since my family likes it I may be getting one for some other extended family to use as a media box. I am thinking of getting them the windows one since it would be more familiar. Would rate it 4 for the lack of storage, but I'm rating it 5 because its cheap price and SD Cards are affordable.