Exactly a external hdd with a dead cheap pc which is supported and more likely to be sold in Phill than even the UK you have a cheap very portable laptop. Which is simple to use they claim for basic pc functions ie surfing, emails and messagning which is what most people on here in a ldr use the most.
Microsoft are working at making a version of XP avaiable for this machine in the early 08 months. I think they see that this is a possible winner in various markets. It could also make it possible for couples to supply a pc to the loved one in phill and be left in phill with the family once they go.