Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

I don't live in a country that ChoicePC.com is representing at this time - can I still help Defend Choice?
Absolutely!  A Lifetime LindowsOS Membership is honored world-wide.

Is it true that Microsoft is trying to get Lindows.com resellers to stop selling LindowsOS products?
Unfortunately it is.  Microsoft representatives in several countries have contacted resellers of Lindows.com products asking them to stop selling those products. Creating the ChoicePC.com web site and Lifetime LindowsOS Membership program enables Lindows.com to better support our International partners and defend choice on the PC desktop.  We feel that bringing funds to bear will invigorate competition in these countries, and ultimately help consumers have access to stable, secure, and affordable software and computers.

Will more than 500 Lifetime LindowsOS Memberships per country ever be offered?
We do not intend to expand the number of memberships per country at this time. In fact, we've recently established the ChoicePC World option to support our International partners in defending and promoting choice on the PC desktop.

Exactly what will I get for my $US100?
A lot!  First, you'll receive a lifetime license to every digital version of LindowsOS normally available for public release.  This is an exclusive offer, not available anywhere else.  You'll also receive a lifetime membership to the CNR Warehouse, the Lindows.com online software library that provides instant digital access to over 1,800 software applications.  This membership normally costs $49.95 per year!  Finally, you'll receive a "ChoicePC.com" T-shirt, recognition on the ChoicePC.com web site and a better night's sleep knowing that you've done your part to help defend choice on the PC desktop.

How will Lindows.com spend the money collected?
All funds collected per country will be spent vigorously supporting and defending choice in that country.  We will use available funds to stand up to Microsoft's bullying tactics and preserve relationships with our International reseller partners.

Why should I care enough to do this?
Choice in any product segment or marketplace is healthy for consumers - it produces better products, more innovation and typically lower prices.  Computer builders and users, in particular, have been without a meaningful choice in operating systems for 15 years due to Microsoft's monopolistic business practices.  When big companies destroy all of their competition, they are able to raise prices and increase their profits at the expense of you the consumer.

If you are concerned about these anti-competitive actions, then you should support ChoicePC.com and our efforts to defend choice on the PC desktop worldwide.  Access to all future public releases of LindowsOS and a lifetime membership to the CNR Warehouse is worth much more than the $100 we are charging and, you've got to admit: that's a great-looking T-shirt!

How do I get the cool T-shirt?
When you buy a Lifetime LindowsOS Membership, you will have the option of having your T-shirt shipped for an additional shipping and handling fee. You'll be able to order your free T-shirt and get it shipped to you using your My.Lindows.com account.


What's the relationship between Lindows.com and ChoicePC.com?
Lindows.com is committed exclusively to bringing Desktop Linux to the masses and realized that defending choice on the PC desktop for our International partners and consumers alike is critical.

How do I take advantage of my Lifetime LindowsOS Membership?
After purchasing your Lifetime LindowsOS Membership, you will be able to immediately login at Lindows.com.  This account enables you to get the LindowsOS software from your My.Lindows.com account and start using it today.  You will also be able to access the CNR Warehouse, which houses over 1,800 software programs for immediate delivery.  You'll find software that spans the range from Internet to entertainment, productivity to education.

What if I have questions about my Lifetime LindowsOS Membership?
Questions about using LindowsOS or your Lifetime LindowsOS Membership can be answered at http://support.lindows.com.

I'm not currently using a Linux or LindowsOS PC, but I still want to help - can I still help Defend Choice?
Absolutely!  Choice in any product segment or marketplace is healthy for consumers - it produces better products, more innovation and typically lower prices.  Computer builders and users, in particular, have been without a meaningful choice in operating systems for 15 years due to Microsoft's monopolistic business practices.

I'm a Reseller of LindowsOS (in any country) and have been contacted by Microsoft about my partnership with Lindows.com.  What should I do?
Send an email to msfeedback@lindows.com describing the nature of the contact and any details that you think might be pertinent.  Copies of letters or emails are especially helpful.