Recipients of Linux machines might expect them to perform all their functions well, whereas there is no such expectation with FreeDOS. So while they offer Ubun

Recipients of Linux machines might expect them to perform all their functions well, whereas there is no such expectation with FreeDOS. So while they offer Ubuntu on a limited set of machines, perhaps this emulated approach allows them to effortlessly ship neither-Windows-nor-Ubuntu option to everyone to guide their development/marketing effort (learn if people are happy with Ubuntu/Windows options).