^thehatsrule^
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Posted: May 06 2007,23:28 |
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About debian/apt compatibility: this is great for new users, esp. those on hd-installs, that can easily try to install software without asking for a mydsl extension or learning how to compile from source. If it isn't in mydsl, I try apt next. Even though there are many incompatibilities as it is, it's still great when it works - saves you a lot of time. I don't think we would ever get a true account of which features of DSL are actually used the most, etc. but I actually think that most new users to DSL try apt for their fav. software.
| Quote | | The traditional Linux attitude is "If you're not willing to pay a knowledge cost, you're stuck with Microsoft." I find that truly arrogant. I'd like to see this replaced with "You don't have to pay the monopolist OR struggle to learn something arcane. Here's something that's easy and free. Enjoy." |
stoneguy: I don't get what you mean. If you mean support as in paid support services, you can buy Linux distros with that included, or even bundled machines. You probably could even just buy the service if you already have the distro (excepting 'enterprise' distros, of course). The Linux attitude that I've been accustomed to is choice and variety. Also, a new user to computers learning how to use Windows can be as hard/easy as any other modern operating system. Maybe except MacOSX where it seems the interface is more intuitive. But this is getting off-topic again ;p
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