Well, PC World has cracked open the trap-door on their HDTV testing lab to show everyone how they do it.

ENGADGET: So you want to test HDTVs, eh? HD

The companies said they plan to provide significant resources and equipment to the lab, which will help nurture existing open-source projects.

CNN: HP, Intel, IBM, NEC will open Linux lab

An independent board will govern the lab, and it will be made up of members of the open-source community as well as sponsoring companies.

CNN: HP, Intel, IBM, NEC will open Linux lab