i think they have changed, somewhat, since those days. Just observe that they have now released angström images for the archos 5 IMT and archos 5 IT. Basically, turning either device into a pocket linux computer.

and if they do the same with the archos 7 HT thats supposed to start shipping soon, things get really interesting. That one may come with a weaker cpu then the archos 5 IT, but it has a full sized usb host port within easy reach.

heck, they are even making noise that they are considering expanding the IT series of products into devices with larger screens. Potentially as large as 10".