frequently asked questions

Have a look through the following FAQs to help you find out more about the ONE. The ONE has been designed for a specific purpose, ie get on the internet , word process and send emails. Please read carefully through the following and find out what the ONE can and can't do...

  What is Linux?

Linux is the operating system that runs on the ONE. It is gaining popularity because it is free to distribute but is similar to Microsoft Windows. Linux is also open source, meaning that it can be developed and modified by anyone and redistributed for free. In fact you'll be able to modify the operating system on the ONE! The version of Linux on the ONE is Linos 2.6.21.

  Can I use Windows?

The answer to this is yes and no! You cant install Windows XP or programs like Microsoft Word on the ONE. However the ONE is compatible with Windows software (Office 2007 files are not compatible but then they arnt even compatible with previous versions of Microsoft Office!). For example, if you write a document or spreadsheet on the ONE you can open these up in Word and Excel on your home PC. This works the other way too, so files made in Word and Excel will open in the ONE.

  What is the ONE like to use?

The ONE has been designed to be a straightforward introduction to computing. Therefore, the simple and intuitive desktop guides you to the programs you want with a couple of clicks. Once the programs are open, they are all in a standard format and layout so the skills you'll pick up are transferable to other brands of software. Linux is also very standard in that most of what you do is clicking the left and right mouse buttons to make the ONE do what you want.

  How do I use the ONE as a tablet PC?

The ONE has all the computer parts built behind the screen so you can detach the keyboard and use the ONE in tablet form. You still have full usability because the ONE has a mouse emulator on the back, which lets you move and click the cursor to navigate around, and it also has a virtual keyboard so you can type. When you want to use the keyboard again simply pop the screen back into the dock and it will work straight away. Using the ONE as a tablet lets you do computing in a new and interesting way that isn't offered by many other laptops. 

  Can I play games?

The ONE has 11 games already built into it so you can entertain yourself whenever you feel like it. The ONE doesn't have a 3D graphics card so you wont be able to play games like Halo or Call of Duty etc.

  How can I get files onto the ONE without a CD drive?

The way we all move information around is changing and this is reflected by Elonex not putting a CD drive into the ONE. You can copy files to the ONE through the USBs via a wristVAULT (purchased separately, see shop), using any USB flash pen, or wirelessly using the ONE's wireless network. You can also download files directly from the internet or send things via eMail or messenger.

  Can use broadband from my existing supplier?

Yes you can. You will have to manually configure the internet settings which basically means that you have to fill in a few codes and settings to get you surfing in no time. If your software comes on a CD to automatically install the broadband you will not be able to use the CD.

  Can I print files out?

Yes you can. The ONE has a USB printer as part of its accessory range (purchased separately, see shop). It also has a range of printers already preinstalled but for other printers you may already own, you will have to install Linux drivers on the ONE (please see your printer manufacturer's support website)

  Can I wirelessly share music / audiocasts?

The ONE has a built in wireless music server so with just a few clicks you can wirelessly swap and share music and audiocasts with your friends. Elonex does not condone music piracy so please only share music legitimately. Full details of how to share music will be in your ONE user manual.

  What cant I do?

Due to limitations of the Java and Flash clients on the ONE some websites that use aJava and Flash cannot be viewed in their entirety. For example YouTube uses Flash 9 to view the youtube videos and hence they cannot be viewed on the ONE.

If you have any more questions there will be a complete guide to how the

ONE works in the user manual which you will receive with your ONE or ONE+.