Re: not “plug compatible” in software terms
Re:- "In theory - Beagle same as PI is a 100MBit Ethernet. So if you are looking at 1G which is essential for a decent thin client this will do (if you can find a trusted source of software)."
The Beaglebone Black already has an O/S & desktop on board when you get it, so no need to download anything if you don't want to.