So we are left to figure this one out for ourselves. However, it did not allow for any functionality of the DVD-ROM because Sony thought you might start using your PS2 to rip off all their games.There was a lot of noise in the beginning of the PS3's marketing-hype-launch that the console would have Linux pre-loaded, but Sony came to their senses when they realized how much more work that was going to be for them. Some of you may remember that the PS2 could run a strange version of the open source OS with a bought package that gave you a 40GB HDD, a keyboard and a mouse. 720p resolution)-Computer with internet and DVD burner-USB keyboard and mouse-USB pen-drive/thumb-drive-Patience (and lots of it!)Linux on Sony hardware has been done before, but not to any great success. Background and preparationYou will need:-PS3-TV/Monitor hooked up with HDMI or Component (min.