Great post Patrick. It is truly remarkable how utilizing certain web based applications can minimize downtime. I really, really like Ubuntu as well. I have it loaded in virtualization through Parallels on the MacBook at work and it has everything the average user needs (and even the above average user). I think I am going to load it on Macy's clamshell iBook since all she needs is Firefox to get on sesamestreet.com and nickjr.com.