Hello, I saw this thread and wanted to provide a couple more cents.
I noticed on the Spec page it mentions USB 2.0 but does not specify whether it is an additional connection option or the power for the dongle.
I have a atom netbook and it takes a good while to startup but once running not the fastest device but it will get the job done. Usually 1:30 for startup.
From the announcements there will be a (1 GB ) Linux version for 89$.
Those sticks are powered by USB and have WiFi and BT onboard.
MicroSD slot as well.
And funny: a small fan