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− | The Raspberry Pi is a low-cost (USD $35; GBP ~£22) credit-card sized Linux computer for teaching computer programming to children, and often used by hobbyists. This | + | The Raspberry Pi is a low-cost (USD $35; GBP ~£22) credit-card sized Linux computer for teaching computer programming to children, and often used by hobbyists. This is so small and cheap that it is often though of with micro-controllers, which it is not. |
− | To use it you will need a | + | To use it you will need a powersupply ( usb ) and a memory card ( perhaps 8 gigs ) It has an ether net connection and you will probably want to use it either straight or through a usb wireless dongle. |
− | Compare the cost to adding Internet and memory disk storage to an arduino | + | Compare the cost to adding Internet and memory disk storage to an arduino. |
− | It also has connections for | + | It also has connections for usb keyboard and mouse. If used these push the cost of the Pi to the 100 dollar range. However the mouse and keyboard are not necessary ( at least past initial setup ), instead you can use a remote desktop connection and use your PCs keyboard and mouse. |
The Pi has nice support for Python which is a powerful but friendly language. | The Pi has nice support for Python which is a powerful but friendly language. |