Report, edit, etc...Posted by FizzleBoink on 2006-05-08 at 07:14:25
I'd like to try out the Ubuntu Linux OS but I'd also like to know if any of you have tried or have it as their default OS. If so, do you recommend it? how many programs are there? I have more questions but I'm pressing for time 
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Mr.Camo on 2006-05-08 at 15:55:49
Ubuntu is possibly the most user-friendly Linux, some people have some problems installing it but if you know just a bit about your computer, it should be easy.
I have it on my old one.
I have it on my old one.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by CheeZe on 2006-05-08 at 23:42:45
It's not the best version of Linux (I prefer KDE over Gnome). But it is very easy to install and use. It's very user friendly but it's not as powerful as other distros of Linux.
Then again, you can order the CD for free (including shipping) so it's a good choice for beginners. There are a large number of programs; once you see the open source world, you'll see so many advantages.
However, there are not many games being developed for these systems. Thus, Starcraft cannot be run without help. This is one of the main reasons why I don't use Linux (). Of course, if you're not interested in gaming, you can always use it as a work environment. In which case, it is way better than Windows will ever be.
Then again, you can order the CD for free (including shipping) so it's a good choice for beginners. There are a large number of programs; once you see the open source world, you'll see so many advantages.
However, there are not many games being developed for these systems. Thus, Starcraft cannot be run without help. This is one of the main reasons why I don't use Linux (
). Of course, if you're not interested in gaming, you can always use it as a work environment. In which case, it is way better than Windows will ever be.Report, edit, etc...Posted by Deathawk on 2006-05-09 at 07:16:17
*downloads now for crappy computers
I'm not really sure how Linux works, but will I have a problem installing stuff like drivers on the computer?
And what's the advantages of open sources =\
I'm not really sure how Linux works, but will I have a problem installing stuff like drivers on the computer?
And what's the advantages of open sources =\
Report, edit, etc...Posted by FizzleBoink on 2006-05-10 at 03:40:57
Thanks for the feedback everyone. Now to answer Deathhawks questions.
I'm guessing the OS will identify drivers and other peripherals like any other OS. From my understanding, open sources mean a huge variety of "free" programs. Who doesn't like free stuff?!
I'm guessing the OS will identify drivers and other peripherals like any other OS. From my understanding, open sources mean a huge variety of "free" programs. Who doesn't like free stuff?!
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Sicarul on 2006-05-10 at 12:46:57
QUOTE(FizzleBoink @ May 10 2006, 04:40 AM)
From my understanding, open sources mean a huge variety of "free" programs. Who doesn't like free stuff?!
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You are confused about the concept of Open Source...
What open source actually means is that you can see the source code of the program you are using, modify it, and even redistribute it as you like, as long as you distribute the source code within.(At least this exact case applies to GPL, but it's the main licence for Open Source Programs, altough there are others like the BSD licence).
Also, there are some open source programs that are paid(Like some Linux Distributions) but they are open source because they distribute the source code of the things they modify.
Drivers are bundled inside the kernel, if you have some odd hardware you may need to manually compile the kernel, but most of the times the one coming with the distribution you chose has the ones you need.
One last thing, Ubuntu is NOT a 'Linux' it is a Linux Distribution, Linux itself is the Kernel, wich is like a 'bridge' between Software and Hardware(Programs and Physical artifacts of the computer)
For more info on Open Source look at:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Doodle77(MM) on 2006-05-10 at 17:00:15
Linux has drivers for everything you find in your average desktop computer, in fact it has SATA drivers unlike Windows, however it is a bit lacking in drivers for wireless LAN cards (it doesnt support mine).
ADDITION:
If you luv KDE, then you can get Kubuntu (Ubuntu+KDE).
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QUOTE(CheeZe @ May 8 2006, 10:42 PM)
It's not the best version of Linux (I prefer KDE over Gnome). But it is very easy to install and use. It's very user friendly but it's not as powerful as other distros of Linux.
Then again, you can order the CD for free (including shipping) so it's a good choice for beginners. There are a large number of programs; once you see the open source world, you'll see so many advantages.
However, there are not many games being developed for these systems. Thus, Starcraft cannot be run without help. This is one of the main reasons why I don't use Linux (). Of course, if you're not interested in gaming, you can always use it as a work environment. In which case, it is way better than Windows will ever be.
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Then again, you can order the CD for free (including shipping) so it's a good choice for beginners. There are a large number of programs; once you see the open source world, you'll see so many advantages.
However, there are not many games being developed for these systems. Thus, Starcraft cannot be run without help. This is one of the main reasons why I don't use Linux (
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If you luv KDE, then you can get Kubuntu (Ubuntu+KDE).
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Deathawk on 2006-05-10 at 17:05:04
The wireless LAN card was actually what I wanted.
Damn, but I'll try it anyway
Damn, but I'll try it anyway