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Affordable Computers for Children in Need

A group of Taylor's University students through the Taylor's ME.REKA Space have developed the DuckiePi, a compact and portable e-learning computer that costs Rm400 to build.
In 2020, the Malaysia Education Ministry found that 36.9% of students do not have any electronic devices, which impedes their learning process as classes are pivoted online (PdPr).
With the introduction of DuckiePi, students will have access to a computer that is substantially cheaper than the average computer in the market. This is a welcoming solution to the digital divide existing in B40 communities.
The computer is composed of:
Gigabit ethernet
Raspberry Pi motherboard
Audio output
4GB RAM
4 USB ports
2 HDMI ports
1 SD card slot
To get it running, the DuckiePi simply needs to be connected to a monitor, keyboard and mouse. Its operating system is Google Chromium OS and students can use Google tools, Zoom and others for their e-Learning.
The DuckiePi is now available for purchase at RM500. With every DuckiePi sold, Taylor's University will donate an equivalent to a child in need.
Read more here:
https://uni.taylors.edu.my/taylors-duckie/product
https://says.com/my/lifestyle/taylors-university-students-donate-duckiepi