The Children's Machine
Dual Core Lyrics

I started as a concept, began as a dream
I was created as a vision by a brilliant media team.

But it's not a game, there's no contestant
I am not a game or competition, but rather a valuable investment in human resources.

Humans need more of this, thoughts so generous
My creators recognized that people need more of the generosity of thought and combined intelligence that I bring.

combined with intelligence, the best set precedent
My unique combination of intelligence leads to setting the best possible precedent.

Just a new era, the tides now turning
I ushered in a new era where people are encouraged to think about thinking and learn about learning.

think about thinking, learn about learning
I encourage people to think critically and creatively and to engage in lifelong learning.

A global initiative in 2005
I was part of a global initiative in 2005 to improve access to education through technology.

right from the start I touched two million lives
I made a significant impact from the very beginning by reaching two million people around the world.

A positive prospect, people are talkin'
People are excited about the potential that I represent to revolutionize education around the globe.

everybody's interested, the whole world's watchin'
I have captured the world's attention and interest, as everyone recognizes the importance of educating our children.

Build a generation, construct a community
I am committed to building a new generation of learners and a sense of community around education.

increase capacity, improve opportunity
Through increasing access to education, I help to provide better opportunities for children across the globe.

World wide enhancement, no exceptions
I am committed to worldwide educational enhancement and believe that every child deserves a high-quality education.

a hundred dollar laptop exceeding projections
Despite being inexpensive, I have exceeded expectations and provided a valuable educational tool for millions of children worldwide.

Millions of children are born each year
Given that millions of children are born each year, there is a pressing need to provide access to education and technology to as many as possible.

Management, oversight, a must to achieve it
Effective management and oversight is necessary to achieve the goals of providing access to education and technology worldwide.

what about the hardware and software that's needed?
The hardware and software necessary for providing access to education and technology must also be taken into account.

An LCD you can read me through
I am designed with a high-quality LCD screen that makes it easy to read and interact with educational materials.

and an AMD certified CPU
I have a powerful and reliable AMD processor that makes it possible to run a range of educational programs and applications.

We can do it all, you and me prove
Together, we can provide access to education and technology to children around the globe.

add three more ports that are usb2
I have multiple USB ports that make it easy to connect with other devices and peripherals.

Plus I'm on a diet for lower energy
I have been designed to use less energy than other laptops, making me more environmentally friendly and cost-effective.

got an SD slot, and some flash memory
I come equipped with an SD slot and internal flash memory, making it easy to store and access educational materials.

Keyboard, Touchpad, now they gonna feel us
I am designed with an integrated keyboard and touchpad that makes it easy to interact with educational materials.

microphone, camera, and stereo speakers
I also come equipped with a microphone, camera, and stereo speakers, making it possible to engage in a range of educational activities.

Still need an OS. let the best choose
Although I come equipped with a range of hardware and software, a strong and reliable operating system is still needed to bring it all together.

bring on the Hurd with Tux to the rescue
The Hurd operating system, along with the Tux mascot, were essential in creating an OS that could bring together all of the hardware and software for maximum impact.

Put it all together, see that it's worth it?
When all of the hardware, software, and operating system come together, the combined impact is worth the effort and investment.

The box is complete, the packaging's perfect
When everything is complete and the hardware and software have been packaged together, the result is a perfect tool for education.

Now I see criticism with creativity
Despite my success, some critics have attacked the project or questioned its feasibility.

they dispute intention, doubt feasibility
Some have questioned the intentions behind the project or doubted its ability to truly make an impact in education.

They laughed at the crank that gave the power levels
Despite early challenges, the project persevered and also added a foot pedal to generate power.

cool, we improved and added a foot pedal
Through creative problem-solving and improvements, the project was able to overcome obstacles and provide even greater benefits to children around the world.

Now we're picking up speed, moving overnight
With each passing year, the project is gaining momentum and success, making a greater impact on educational opportunities worldwide.

two thousand six saw the first prototypes
The first prototypes of the dual-core laptops were developed and released in 2006, laying the foundation for its long-term success.

The critics are scared so they hate what they fear
Despite the project's success and impact, some critics may be scared or intimidated by its potential impact and therefore resist it.

10 million units by the fourth quarter here
By the end of the year, the dual-core project was on track to distribute 10 million laptops to children around the world.

That's 10 million children in one year of movement
Through providing 10 million laptops, the project was able to impact the lives and education of 10 million children worldwide.

talk about proof, that's what I call improvement
The success of the project and the countless lives it has touched is powerful proof of its ability to make a real improvement in the world.

We're not finished it's the start of a trend
Although the project has seen great success, it hardly marks the end of the project - it is just the beginning of a larger movement towards global education.

the technology provides a means to an end
While the laptops are important, their true value lies in providing greater access to education and pathways towards improved lives and opportunities for children around the world.

Every night, day, morning and afternoon
Around the clock, the dual-core project is making a real impact on lives and education in communities around the world.

the world owes MIT a huge debt of gratitude
The success of the project is a testament to the dedication and ingenuity of the MIT team, and the world owes them a debt of gratitude for their efforts.

Thanks to the engineers holding down the fort
While the project has involved countless contributors and supporters, it is the engineers at the helm who have truly kept the project moving forward and successful.