Stewart Stremler wrote:
Oh, how far we've fallen.
One of the "features" of Linux over the *BSD and Solaris UNICES was
that Linux supported "virtually all" the hardware out there. This was
_the_ feature for several people... a UNIX OS that would run on and
work with any x86 hardware.
This is not to say that I think you're wrong. It's just that it's a bit
sad to see this lofty goal given up on.
That is still a feature and a goal being pursued. The vast majority of
hardware out there works perfectly with Linux. But if you purchase a
piece of hardware that does not work with Linux it's somewhat hard to
blame Linux because Linux is trying very hard to work with everything
and when a case arises where it doesn't the fault can be placed firmly
with the manufacturer of the device who refuses to release specs.
Erm... in case you haven't noticed.... you can.
Perhaps... "If you want to run OS X, you don't buy a SPARCStation."
Yes, perhaps that is a better example now.
Do we have any local linux-friendly stores around town for buying
hardware? And by "friendly" I don't mean "not hostile".
Unfortunately, no. Not that I am aware of.
It doesn't really matter which direction you go, so long as you realize
that each decision constrains your options. It's a good idea to work
through the entire chain to see if you'll like what you end up with.
Exactly.
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