On Monday 23 December 2002 11:49 am, Brian Cluff wrote:
> On Friday 20 December 2002 10:30 pm, Vona and Travis Vanlandingham wrot=
e:
> > Howdy,
> > I'm starting at ground zero with Linux, I've been contemplating
> > installing Lindows because of it's compatability with windows apps. M=
y
> > doctor who is a Linux nut said no,no,no, Mandrake 9.0 I confesss tota=
l
> > igrorance in this
>
> The problem with lindows is that it's subscription based,  They want
> $100/year to keep you updated with the latest software.... but if that
> doesn't bother you, it does get great reviews.  I would also recommend
> mandrake, it makes a great distrobution for the first timer.... althoug=
h I
> would look into debian once you get the hang of things, it gets rid of =
a
> lot of headaches associated with installing and updateing software, but=
 the
> install and initial setup can be a little hard for someone that isn't
> familiar with the device terms and such :)

Well Redhat is also subscription base,  you get one free machine,  and=20
anything after that your suppose to pay a yearly fee for.

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Richard L. Proctor
Krystal Computer Services
PC Repairs & Upgrades
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