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Reputation for being to difficult to use and set up |
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10 | 66.67% |
Software availability and development |
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8 | 53.33% |
Hardware support |
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4 | 26.67% |
I love Windows and want to make Bill Gates richer |
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0 | 0% |
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the linux community is so anti-Microsoft that they ignore the contributers to Micro-soft because linux refuses to go mainstream to satisfy a very strong and vocal fanatic base!
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watch, listen and learn. I would love to have s spare computer to test drive linux platforms. I dont. So I go to fourms and learn from expierence
I use mepis by a dual boot setup that loads grub to my linux root. Stopping the grub boot manager from making a tossed salad of my MBR: Master boot record portion of a sensitive spot on your hard drive. something to think about maybe Cheers Wdhpr |
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I do agree with that. That is why I have never tried Linux. Just too many choices. Don't know which one to choose. Too overwhelming for me. Also It is difficult to use. I am a simple gal who likes simple things. Not a techie. Last edited by Jillian; 07. Apr 2009 at 05:07 PM. |
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Linux does seem a bit daunting.
But linux should be a process not something to jump into. Try reading some articles at the numerous linx websites. You could start with This Site at Linux.org A place to check out the various Distro's: Distrowatch This page list the most popular distro's It gives a brief pro and con for each distro. Go slow and educate yourself about linux. In my opinion Linux has the potential to give windows a run for its money considering its release of Vista. Nothing to fear but fear itself. Cheers Wdhpr |
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Yes , I have read on those sites mentioned in above posts , but still find it daunting. Beside that , I happen to like Vista. Never had a problem with it. I'll leave Linux to the more daring type people. ![]() |
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You know what they say, if the hat fits, wear it. Same goes for OS, if Vista suits you, use it. I for one would like to give Linux a spin. After seeing how MEPIS operates, I can't seem to stop myself from "playing" with it, it's too addictive, much better than XP (in my opinion), but I know that some people will disagree with me at some point that Windows is better in Linux, but hey, that's my computer, I do what I want with it. Nevertheless, Linux can't completely replace Windows yet, there will always be some important softwares or hardwares that will always require Windows.
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Any favorite free games to recommend or review for the Games section? All input welcome! ![]() I think this thread would be a good place to post (with Tony's permission, of course). Bob Last edited by Bob; 29. Apr 2009 at 08:01 PM. |
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