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Posted: Dec. 22 2006,15:24 QUOTE
Hi, I've just set up DSL-N on an old Dell desktop.  And it flies!  The only linux distro out of 6 tried that worked first time!

BUT..  as a linux newbie I'd be grateful on some tips on how I could simplify / lock down the desktop for an 'oldie' user who easily gets confused.   All we really need to use are an email client, a word processor and a browser (on a dial-up).  The DSL-N apps seem ok, so three big icons on the desktop should do (only one workspace).

Another desirable feature in the apps. would be some very simple open/save dialogs -  essential to avoid losing stuff.   Easy auto mounting / launching of multimedia CD's DVD's too?

As a bonus, some multimedia plug-ins like realplayer (or can Mplayer launch from seamonkey??) and some picture browsing would be good.

Any other suggestions or ideas for a really easy desktop for oldies would be very welcome.

Thanks,

Nick
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Posted: Dec. 22 2006,15:47 QUOTE
DSL-N has its own forums.

But a quick answer: if it uses xtdesktop, you can just remove the .lnk files in ~/.xtdesktop (and isnt there some icon tool?).  Using fluxbox? Modify  ~/.fluxbox/init ... workspaces -> 1

See mount.app.  Open/save - you mean by backup/restore?

and don't know about seamonkey.  Picture browsing: xZGV.
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Posted: Dec. 22 2006,16:01 QUOTE
Thanks thr...  OOps - I'll find the DSL-N forum and re-post.

Thanks
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