Mini computers are more than just cute, they can be tremendous learning tools and good opportunities to play around with new things. The best part is that these miniature devices are sometimes much more than meets the eye and also usually inexpensive. And none are more inexpensive than the VoCore mini Linux computer, especially at $39.

Learning Linux the Easy Way

This minuscule machine can be your next router, with OpenWRT already installed, or you can strive to make it something more. What, you might ask? That's entirely up to you, and to help you learn we've got a Linux Learner Bundle for only $49.Five courses designed to teach you about how absolutely awesome Linux can be, getting you familiar with that magical command line interface and even with the different capabilities of the Linux kernel.

VoCore Mini Linux PC:

Works on open-source hardwareProvides up to 20 GPIO linesRuns OpenWRT LinuxIncludes an on-board Wi-Fi adapter so you don’t need an external oneEasily connects to peripheral devicesSmall size enables it to act as an embedded systemExtends Ethernet & USB interfaces w/ the DockOperates as a fully functional 2.4GHz Wi-FirouterActs as a general purpose low-power COM for IoT applicationsIncludes full hardware design & full-source codeIntegrates a 802.11n MAC, baseband, radio, FEM & 5-port 10/100Mbps Ethernet switch

And those five excellent Linux Learner courses, taught by Udemy:

Learn Linux in 5 DaysLearning Ubuntu Linux ServerLearn to Run Linux Servers From ScratchLearn to Run Linux Servers Part 2Pentester Certification Course

Note: Needs stable power input; 5.0V USB phone charger recommended. High temperature or static electricity will cause permanent damage. Solder maximum is 260C at 6 seconds.