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The instant-on trend continues to gain momentum. We've covered DeviceVM and its Splashtop Linux-based miniature operating system that allows Asus systems to be turned on instantly, with no waiting for a long boot. Now, JKOnTheRun is covering a new $15 million Series C round of funding for DeviceVM. Meanwhile, Dell's new e3400 laptop also boots a mini Linux operating system so that you can quickly do e-mail, browsing or other tasks without waiting for Windows to load. Look for more instant-on offerings, coming up.