Any Linux Users?

[LaloHao]

The reason why i'm asking this is because i'm thinking about replacing XP on my tablet laptop(i had vista then changed to xp).
I would like to know how is the compatibility in programs(or programs that does the same as some XP programs) and about the gaming part(Am i able to play SRO on Linux).

I would like to try Beryl.
Note: It's the first time i'm gonna use linux.

[Draquish]

If you can't run Vista's Aero, then you're probably going to struggle with Beryl.


Most programs either A) Have an alternative on Linux, or B) Work with Wine. And maybe C) The program has a Linux version.


http://www.winehq.com <--games


http://wubi-installer.org/ <-- easiest way to try out Linux. Or you could order a free CD (They're really free)


http://www.ubuntu.com

[Mcclane]

I dual booted my vista laptop with Ubanutu and Vista. Its cool and all but eventually just went back to Vista
<-(one of the few that doesn't mind Vista)

[Ilove2quack]

+1 for ubuntu

Try this http://ultimateedition.info/

It comes with all the crap you need, easiest way to start with Linux.

[LaloHao]

If you can't run Vista's Aero, then you're probably going to struggle with Beryl.

Actually i can easily use Vista, it's just that i had serious troubles in vista(my internet didn't worked with vista that's the main reason i switched OS). My PC Specs:
AMD 64x2
1.58GHz, 1.93GB RAM
160HDD(5400RPM SATA)
Video Graphics: nVIDIA GeForce 6150

Thanks for the links. I'm gonna check them.

[Draquish]

There are plenty of wireless problems with Ubuntu. - Just a warning.

[Jstar1]

id use it but its such a pain in the ass looking for the linux compatible files when everyone uses microsoft