would this work as a thin client?

[james miller <jamtat@mailandnews.com>]

Hello all. I'm pretty new to Linux and to the LTSP project, but I ran across 
something on the web for really cheap ($12.95!) and wondered if it could work 
as a thin client. Seems like, if it would, a bit of fiddling would be 
involved. Sorry if this is a stupid question. Anyway, here's the link: 
http://www.softwareandstuff.com/h_misc_webpal.html . Description follows:

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Product Description:  What the heck is a Webpal you ask??!?! This an Internet 
Set-top box which was produced for Newcom, Inc.(Now defunct) by 
Teknema(Teknema.com) and originally sold for over $400.  The WebPal Internet 
Box converts a television set (or VGA monitor) into a device that can access 
the Internet. The box is operated by its own hand-held remote control unit, 
and a wireless keyboard is also included.

WebPal's built-in 33.6Kbps modem lets you surf the net, through a regular 
voice grade telephone line. You can use the Internet Service Provider 
recommend by Necom(Earthlink) or specify your own PPP/PAP or CHAP provider.

Good for emailing or simple surfing! Works with any ISP that uses one server 
for inbound and outbound e-mail. Experience the Internet on Your TV! The 
cheapest way to have email or browse the web on your TV! Wireless keyboard and 
remote control Included! Originally retailed for over $399.95!

You can either use the device as a Web-TV type device when connected to your 
TV OR Computer monitor!..... OR you can hack it and use it as a Linux box!  
This little unit has just about enough features to use it as a PC!!

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James

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