whats the big deal about linux...ive been hearing stuff about it and am wondering why its so good? would i have to wipe my HDD to get it? How do i install Lindows?
check my blog, there is how I got involved in Linux, and there are several tutorials on the net which tell you step-by-step how to "virtualize" Windows XP in Linux.
BTW If you are thinking to switch to Linux, wait a few weeks and download Ubuntu Gutsy Gibbon.
So when they say, "supported to 2009", what does that mean? Does that mean when 2009 hits I won't get any updates at all? Then will I just have to download the newest version of Ubuntu, but then won't that delete all my files/programs???? Please help! I really want Linux but I'm so confused!!! Also, my parents are REAL noobs at computer stuff. Is Linux easier than Windows XP? (they don't use much on Windows XP, just the internet and sometimes Microsoft Office). I'm kind of a noob but I at least know my way around a couple OSs. Will Linux be okay for me? Does it have Compiz Fusion with all the cool effects and virtual desktops and wiggly windows and w/e already built in? Or will I have to download that somewhere else? Please help me Ubuntu users!!!!
I actually just configuered my Windows XP computer to give me the option of running linux (Ubuntu)or running windows. I didn't have to delete anything on my harddrive.
So when they say, "supported to 2009", what does that mean? Does that mean when 2009 hits I won't get any updates at all? Then will I just have to download the newest version of Ubuntu, but then won't that delete all my files/programs????xenos4
No, it's downloaded as an update, just like Windows' updates. No files are lost.
Also, my parents are REAL noobs at computer stuff. Is Linux easier than Windows XP? (they don't use much on Windows XP, just the internet and sometimes Microsoft Office).xenos4
If that's all they use then they should have no problems there. The difficulties in Linux lie in the more advanced stuff, such as installing programs. You'll often find yourself needing to use the Terminal (like the command prompt in windows) for things and having to manually enter commands, but if you're willing to learn, it would probably be easy to understand. Things are made easy for a basic user, but beyond that linux isn't just a pick up and go thing.
Will Linux be okay for me? Does it have Compiz Fusion with all the cool effects and virtual desktops and wiggly windows and w/e already built in? Or will I have to download that somewhere else? Please help me Ubuntu users!!!!xenos4
The latest version does have Compiz built in. If you frequently play games on a PC then you'd be better off with windows, but you can still use Linux for other things. If you're willing to learn how to do things with it then it should be easy to pick up and use frequently.
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