Most distributions keep a "cache" of software that they install. This cache can be shared between friends
Specifically for apt-based systems ( Debian/Ubuntu ) the software can be shared using apt-on discs. RPM based systems also have s similar mechanism. But the point to stress is, you never know what comes bundled when you install software on Windows. Especially when someone is using cracks - there are chances that it comes bundled with malware/adware. WIth GNU/Linux systems, the software repositories are maintained by trusted community/distro maintainers. You don't have to worry about strange toolbars showing up on your web browser or slow, crawling systems due to the numerous adware software that gets started during login to a windows system. It is safe to install software onGNU/inux systems - it has always been safe. On GNU/Linux systems you don't have to go trawling the internet to find software. The full install disks of most distro's comes with enough sofware to satisfy your needs unless they are somewhat uncommon. -- aashik Mandatory Quote: "My one purpose in life is to serve as a warning to others." -- Jamie Zawinsky Free your documents, use OpenOffice: http://openoffice.org and LaTeX : http://www.latex-project.org/ -- "Freedom is the only law". "Freedom Unplugged" http://www.ilug-tvm.org You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "ilug-tvm" group. To control your subscription visit http://groups.google.co.in/group/ilug-tvm/subscribe To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For details visit the google group page: http://groups.google.com/group/ilug-tvm?hl=en
