Hmm the name internet tablet is phased out.

Not all mobile computers have ethernet... there are more ways to get Internet connectivity besides using ethernet for connectivity.

As I said there are many devices already which do this what you want, and are cheaper (SheevaPlug costs 100 EUR). I mean, why would you leave your 600 EUR worth phone alone for 2+ hours.

Yes, would be really nice if N900 could do it, yet it won't! Send your complaints to USB IF though.. not Nokia...