Linux on the PS3

As someone who's always curious about ways to run alternative operating systems on consoles, I recently started looking into how to install Linux on the PS3.  However, I'm also lazy and usually prefer to take the easy way out when it comes to these things.  So I did a little research for a program that would essentially do all the work for me - and I found Linux for PS3.

This program is a downloadable ebook that walks you through each step of Linux installation for a PS3.  You will need a few things: a USB keyboard and mouse, blank DVD, and blank CD being among them.  And of course a PS3.

The guide basically takes you through each step of Linux installation, from the initial formatting process to the actual download and setup of the OS.  The instructions are clear and easy to follow; it took me about 2 hours to get Linux up and running from this setup.  The book tells you exactly what software to download and how to get it working on your PS3 - that's where needing a blank DVD comes in.

Now, once you get Linux up and running, you can essentially use your PS3 as a computer.  One thing to note is that you should back up your saved games and files on the PS3 before you actually install the OS, though, otherwise they will all get erased.

Bottom line:

• This book walks you through each step of Linux for PS3 installation
• Worth the $30 fee if you have a "time is money" attitude 
• Also good if you have no experience installing operating systems on consoles
• Tells you what software to download and how to back up your PS3
• 60 day money back guarantee if you are not happy with it
• Will not void your warranty

Visit the Linux for PS3 website