On 24 Jun 2000, at 16:58, Gregor Diseth wrote:
> I wouldn't search out the local computer stores for Linux support
> except for Stan. One well known store will not sell AMD processors or
> motherboards, for very short-sighted and illogical reasons.
I went to Staples a while back to pick up a USB keyboard that was
on sale. They were out of stock and I needed it that day, so I went
around the corner to City View and asked for a one. They told me
that they didn't sell any "specialty items." Unfortunately, as my
job is to support lots of users, this answer is unacceptable.
My bottom line on local vendors is, with the exception of Stan and
Computer Systems West, stay away! You purchase from them,
you'll be getting high prices, lousy service, and a serious lack of
choice in components-- whether you're running *nix or Mickey$oft.
You might also tell these folx why you're not supporting them.
I've been doing lots of business lately with this company in
Bellevue called Computerstop (www.computerstop.com). They're
very knowledgeable, stuff I order usually shows up the next day,
their prices are good, and they pride themselves on having 95% or
more of everything listed on their website in stock.
BTW, who is it that won't sell AMD CPUs? That's just plain lame....
Cheers,
Dennis
> > Can any one recommend a computer dealer who (a) will be knowledgable
> > about what hardware works with Linux and (b) will have tech staff
> > familiar with Linux in their repair shop.
>
> Your best resource is the net, or the /usr/doc folder on your Linux
> installation. The HOWTO's contain most of the information you need to
> set up, maintain and modify your OS. There are several hardware
> related HOWTO's, including hardware compatibility. Besides learning
> how to set it up yourself, you will not be depending on an individual
> or business if something breaks on your system later on - and you can
> hang on to the contents of your wallet.
>
> -Gregor
>
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