| Quote (cbagger01 @ Jan. 02 2004,01:54) |
| clivesay, If you are looking for a Linux distribution that can be stripped down for older computers, yet packed full of software for the newer machines, I would recommend a Debian based Linux system like Debian (Official Version), Knoppix or Damn Small Linux. Debian systems have an advantage because it is very easy to install packages (new programs) to your computer from the Debian servers on the Internet. If the new program that you selected requires some other additional programs or libraries (aka: Program X DEPENDS on program Y and Z in order to work properly), the installer will know this and automatically install all of the required stuff. And even more important: You can easily upgrade your existing programs to the newer versions via the same Debian servers. As for Window Managers, I like using Enlightenment and Fluxbox because you can access your "Start" menu by clicking on any part of the desktop that is not already covered up by a Window. For ICEWM and MSWindows, you need to drag your mouse pointer all the way down to the bottom left corner of the screen and click on the "Start" button in order to get this menu. So there are definite advantages to abandoning the MSWindows-style desktop. But if you want people to use a different style, you will need to spend some (short) amount of time training them. Good Luck |