IndaMixx has introduced a cheap Linux-based audio production laptop. 
The IndaMixx Laptop features:

Fast Intel Atom based Netbook (1.6Ghz)

Transmission 2.1 OS 

Pre-bundled software with award winning energy XT

First solution to feature ArdourXchange.

Over 2900 drum sounds

More than 350 classic sample and scratches

Over 260 Plugins and effects

Complimentary Software Support

For $499, you get:

Indamixx Laptop

Carrying case (bonus)

1GB SD card (bonus)

Free Software Support [...]

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