Any Ubuntu/Linux users here?
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- mrsprinkles0
@comicsans
Your comment bleeds ignorance. It's not what you use, it's how you use it. I roll a 30 server ubuntu/debian cluster. It's rock solid and simple enough that you don't need "world class support".I also think it's silly you recommend people try linux mint and not ubuntu cause it's "flaky"--when it's totally based on ubuntu, uses the same repositories, etc..
if fedora, centos, or paying for RHEL works for you, that's awesome. but don't spread FUD about shit you don't know.
and please, stay off my lawn
- sublocked0
I run debian on all my servers. Does that count?
- HijoDMaite0
@Hombre_Lobo
I start school in September, any issues with OpenOffice/MS Word compatability? I am going to be spending a lot of time at computer lab.
- Hombre_Lobo0
@comicsans
Ubuntu fanboys? i dont think ive met any, but i can imagine them, the ones with the wierd facial hair and ubuntu logo t-shirt.flaky wireless? i get better wireless on my Ubuntu 9.10 than i do on xp. And the wireless works instantly after installing ubuntu without the need to install any drivers. Fedora is good.
But best of all its an OS that is sufficient for most computer users and its entirely free. How can you not think its a good thing.
Are you not a fan comicsans?
- comicsans0
Ubuntu fanboys are second only to Apple fanboys in their uncritical, and largely uneducated, devotion. It's an OK starter Linux made easy for the unskilled to use but lots about it is still flaky, particularly wireless and ISTR soundcards. Check out Mint and Fedora also.
As for servers, people in the know who want stability and world class support use RHEL, cheapskates use Centos or a BSD.
- Hombre_Lobo0
@mrsprinkles
yeh ubuntu is great for web developers and programmers, its easier to get the related programs working on ubuntu than it is to get the adobe suite working.
- Hombre_Lobo0
@HijoDMaite
Its great isnt it! looks great, runs smooth, absolute winner! pleased you like it :)
If only it had all adobe apps working on it, then id say bye to windows / just use windows for gaming.
- mrsprinkles0
I like ubuntu but I keep going back to OS X. I use debian and ubuntu server for all the websites I work on though.. I use parallels desktop to setup local dev linux environments and openvz if the dev environment can't be done locally. works really well!
- plash0
I use backtrack form time to time.
- HijoDMaite0
I just installed Ubuntu on my Dell Inspiron (Win/Ubuntu boot up option.) I frekkin love it!! So clean, so fast! The Pirate Bay is running soooo smooth. How is everyone not doing this?
- Peter0
ubuntu
Used as a home server (macs all round). Work files, so on.
But also as a mediaserver/station. I can't stop raving about Boxee for it. It's amazing, and it's free. Works for Mac too but somehow it seems to float more smoothly on a Ubuntu pc. http://www.boxee.tv/
There's a free remote app for the iphone too. It practically steals away productive hours.
- ernexbcn0
I use it on an old PC I have at home as a server and also on my webservers online
- HijoDMaite0
Thanks everyone. I will most likely go this route when I'm ready.
- Hombre_Lobo0
Comicsans is right on the money.
If you have time to have a play and spend time looking on ubuntu forums for work arounds and tips to get programs working then that's fine and kinda fun.
If you wanna get work done stick to an OS with lots of support.
That's the conclusion I came to anyway, seems the same for comicsans.
There is no doubt though ubuntu is a lovely OS, very thoughtful and intuitive, well presented and great performance. It's just a shame it isn't as well supported as other OS'.
- If you want good support use Fedora or (better CentOS), Ubuntu is for hobbyists (IMHO)comicsans
- comicsans0
It all depends on what you want to use Linux for. Almost by definition no commercial packages are available for it; there are a few Java based ones, typically database administration tools. WINE exists, it's pretty limited in scope and has mostly been used to get a few older games going.
If you want to get work done then use OS X or Windows. If you want to tinker then have fun but I suspect you'll have very limited success in getting non-Linux tools working.
IMHO, a better approach is to consider RDP or VNC for running Windows or OS X sessions on a Linux system.
- For the desktop. For servers, Linux all the way.comicsans
- Hombre_Lobo0
Yeh I dual boot xp and ubuntu.
Yo have many options.
You can install ubuntu onto the same partition as windows and run it from a folder on your hard drive, using a free piece of software the name of which I forget
You can install ubuntu on a seperate partition using the standard ubuntu 9.10 distribution. His has in built functionality for dual booting, so if you already have windows installed it will install the Grub boot loader allowing you to choose your desired OS at start up.
You can run ubuntu off the cd without installing. This is ideal for a test drive.
You can install ubuntu onto a flash key or portable hard drive.
A few options for you there. Just so you know WINE is a comparability layer - not an emulator - which allows you to un windows apps on ubuntu. Not all apps work but there is a comprehensive database created by the wine developers which tells you what programs work, how successful the install was, which ubuntu is best for that program etc it's very helpful.
I got counter strike source running on ubuntu, but couldn't get adobe apps working.
- HijoDMaite0
Hey, thanks man. I'm going to do some more reading before I do this.
- spraycan0
you can use a program called wine or something like wich can run windows app on lubuntu, you can also install ubuntu on a simple flash key leaving you HD and boot record intact
- HijoDMaite0
Thinking about installing on my Dell laptop. Does anyone use the Windows/Ubuntu option at boot up?