Topic: If GNU/Linux or BSD could play most games and run most commercial applications, would you use it?
Anonymous A started this discussion 15 years ago #237
Please elaborate why or why not; both personal preferences and objective reasons count. If you are already running either, vote yes.
| Poll option | Votes | Percentage | Graph |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 9 | 60% | |
| No | 6 | 40% |
Anonymous B joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later[^] [v] #4,373
If it can do what I need for free then yeah why not?
Anonymous C joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 11 minutes later, 12 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #4,376
I prefer Mac.Meta !PARAdoxiHw joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 28 minutes later, 41 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #4,392
Yes, I already run Ubuntu 10.10 as my main OS. Unless you need some piece of commercial software or game, then GNU plus Linux is fine for almost anyone.
Dodongo !ZQvsveEcD6 joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 42 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #4,394
If it could run all the applications (or suitable alternatives) that I use daily, I could definitely see myself making the switch.
Meta !PARAdoxiHw replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 44 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #4,396
@previous (Dodongo !ZQvsveEcD6)
Which programs do you use daily? All major browsers except IE and Safari have Linux versions, and Open Office is very compatible with Microsoft Office.
Which programs do you use daily? All major browsers except IE and Safari have Linux versions, and Open Office is very compatible with Microsoft Office.
Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 16 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,419
Nope. If both Windows and GNU/Linux or BSD can run the same programs, there is still no benefit to make the switch. Also, as an IT professional, I find it very useful to build my home network out of machines I would use in the work environment.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 7 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,442
@4,396 (Meta !PARAdoxiHw)
Microsoft Office is an impressive suite of software with few viable alternatives, so that is a major issue for those who may consider switching. Google Docs and Lotus Symphony are pretty good though; for word processing, AbiWord is a delightful little application.
Microsoft Office is an impressive suite of software with few viable alternatives, so that is a major issue for those who may consider switching. Google Docs and Lotus Symphony are pretty good though; for word processing, AbiWord is a delightful little application.
Anonymous A (OP) double-posted this 15 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,451
@4,419 (Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k)
What do you like about Windows that Linux lacks? I know a few IT's who swear by Server 2003/2008 R2. Is professional support a major plus for you?
What do you like about Windows that Linux lacks? I know a few IT's who swear by Server 2003/2008 R2. Is professional support a major plus for you?
Meta !PARAdoxiHw replied with this 15 years ago, 1 second later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,452
@4,442 (A)
> Microsoft Office is an impressive suite of software with few viable alternatives, so that is a major issue for those who may consider switching.
I've been using OpenOffice for college and the .doc, .ppt, and .xls documents I produce work fine with Microsoft Office and vice versa.
> Microsoft Office is an impressive suite of software with few viable alternatives, so that is a major issue for those who may consider switching.
I've been using OpenOffice for college and the .doc, .ppt, and .xls documents I produce work fine with Microsoft Office and vice versa.
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Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k replied with this 15 years ago, 7 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,467
@4,451 (A)
It isn't so much what I like as much as what is currently the most popular. As far as support, I have actually never used Microsoft's support for Windows Server. Google is really the only support tool you typically need when stumped, and Linux has an impressive online community just like Windows server, so that doesn't factor in.
The truth is, any large office environment is going to use an Active Directory management structure, and almost exclusively use some sort of Windows vendor for their workstations (Dell, Hp, ect). While you can administer an active directory domain via a linux server, it just ends up creating more work and never runs as smoothly as doing things with Server 03/08 in the first place.
TL;DR - Administration with Windows Server is super easy and intuitive, and makes your job easier.
It isn't so much what I like as much as what is currently the most popular. As far as support, I have actually never used Microsoft's support for Windows Server. Google is really the only support tool you typically need when stumped, and Linux has an impressive online community just like Windows server, so that doesn't factor in.
The truth is, any large office environment is going to use an Active Directory management structure, and almost exclusively use some sort of Windows vendor for their workstations (Dell, Hp, ect). While you can administer an active directory domain via a linux server, it just ends up creating more work and never runs as smoothly as doing things with Server 03/08 in the first place.
TL;DR - Administration with Windows Server is super easy and intuitive, and makes your job easier.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 23 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,493
@previous (Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k)
That's a very good point :). Funny though, many of the people I ask this question to (online) say 'linux is for servers, not for desktops'.
That's a very good point :). Funny though, many of the people I ask this question to (online) say 'linux is for servers, not for desktops'.
Anonymous A (OP) double-posted this 15 years ago, 5 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #4,499
@4,452 (Meta !PARAdoxiHw)
OpenOffice is pretty bloated and buggy though; I've also ran into quite a bit of trouble with OO.o and the newer MS Office formats like .docx.
OpenOffice is pretty bloated and buggy though; I've also ran into quite a bit of trouble with OO.o and the newer MS Office formats like .docx.
Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k replied with this 15 years ago, 13 minutes later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,517
@4,493 (A)
Eh, I think web developers use them more so than corporate network administrators. I know people who run linux print servers, but that's about it. Someone like AC or Sim could probably shed some more light on specific situations you'd want to run Linux over windows.
Also
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This is very true.
Eh, I think web developers use them more so than corporate network administrators. I know people who run linux print servers, but that's about it. Someone like AC or Sim could probably shed some more light on specific situations you'd want to run Linux over windows.
Also
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This is very true.
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Mindwurms !!4IKKtS9GG joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,521
Yes - no viruses, free
It would have to have the same or better performance than Windows, though.
It would have to have the same or better performance than Windows, though.
Deckard Cain !xhERPesk0k replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,524
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Server or workstation? Your previous post indicated hatred for linux workstations, so I assume server? What do you use the server for?
Server or workstation? Your previous post indicated hatred for linux workstations, so I assume server? What do you use the server for?
Mindwurms !!4IKKtS9GG replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,527
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> cheaper.
Whoever's selling you Linux, I'll sell for half that.
> cheaper.
Whoever's selling you Linux, I'll sell for half that.
Mindwurms !!4IKKtS9GG double-posted this 15 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,535
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Oh, I thought you were talking about the software part.
Oh, I thought you were talking about the software part.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,536
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I don't think it's better necessarily, but I do feel that it would be a great experience for many end users. It showcases the latest in software developments: users can decide between an exciting bleeding edge system or a rock solid stable sytem. Customization lets creativity flow, with the entire desktop environment tweakable to your personal preferences and some of the thems you find on deviantart and gnome/kde-look are fucking amazing. I've also found that it's easier to use than Windows and in some cases OS X, thanks to the wonders Canonical and Novell have done for the operating system: simple driver installation utlities, beautiful and modern interfaces, and maintenance-free solutions geared toward a modern audience. I don't think loonux is the best, but it's easy to see why somebody would use it.
I don't think it's better necessarily, but I do feel that it would be a great experience for many end users. It showcases the latest in software developments: users can decide between an exciting bleeding edge system or a rock solid stable sytem. Customization lets creativity flow, with the entire desktop environment tweakable to your personal preferences and some of the thems you find on deviantart and gnome/kde-look are fucking amazing. I've also found that it's easier to use than Windows and in some cases OS X, thanks to the wonders Canonical and Novell have done for the operating system: simple driver installation utlities, beautiful and modern interfaces, and maintenance-free solutions geared toward a modern audience. I don't think loonux is the best, but it's easy to see why somebody would use it.
Anonymous I joined in and replied with this 15 years ago, 14 minutes later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,554
(Citing a deleted or non-existent reply.)LOL Running an X server on top of Windows sounds like a hilarious clusterfuck. I want to try it some time when I'm bored.
Anonymous A (OP) replied with this 15 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,556
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wat. Think from a less technical standpoint for just two seconds. Tell me with a straight face that there isn't a single person who isn't a hurr durr M$ retard or script kiddie that wouldn't enjoy using Linux. That is all that matters in the end if you're not an enterprise or server user and I directed this thread at desktop users. I know many people who run Linux because they like it and choose to use it. I apologize if I sound like an evangelical. :)
wat. Think from a less technical standpoint for just two seconds. Tell me with a straight face that there isn't a single person who isn't a hurr durr M$ retard or script kiddie that wouldn't enjoy using Linux. That is all that matters in the end if you're not an enterprise or server user and I directed this thread at desktop users. I know many people who run Linux because they like it and choose to use it. I apologize if I sound like an evangelical. :)
Anonymous A (OP) double-posted this 15 years ago, 18 minutes later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #4,569
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lol
lol