On Thu, 29 Jun 2000, Reynald I. Ngo wrote:
> At 10:47 AM 6/29/00 +0800, you wrote:
>
> I think i'm objecting with this... all linux distros are cable of
> doing server stuffs and workstations stuffs... it just depends on how and
> what programs you will be using... i use mandrake and redhat for server
> purpose and lab test purposes. Just my 2 cents worth. {=)
>
> >I heard somebody is using it for server applications too. Mandrake is
> >made for WS PCs. Red Hat is for servers. You can use it too for
> >desktop.
Hi!
This information is for the benefit of everybody.
Here's the proof why Linux Mandrake is designed for desktop PCs.
Linux Distributions Comparisons:
(Source: http://www2.linuxjournal.com/cgi-bin/frames.pl/index.html)
TARGET CONSUMERS Non-GPLed EXTRAS INCLUDED
Linux Mandrake 6.1 EDHOCV WordPerfect 8,Star Office5.1,
Lotus eSuiteDevPak 1.5,
QuakeII (30+)
Red Hat 6.0 CDEHOV bonus Linux App. CD w/
samples of SO, Applixware
TurboLinux WS 3.6 CDEHOV WordPerfect8,
StarOffice5,Tripwire,
X-Win32,TTWin, postgresODBC,
vnc
LEGEND
Target Consumers:
C Commercial User
D Developer/Engineer
E Desktop/End User
H Hobbyist/Enthusiast
O OEM
V Value Added Reseller
The reasons why Mandrake is use mainly for desktop PCs:
1) The target consumers for Linux Mandrake primarily are the Desktop/End
User (E).
2) Also, the StarOffice5.1, WP8, Lotus and games GUI applications are
bundled with it.
I can say really that Linux Mandrake is designed primarily for desktop
PCs. Also, TurboLinux WS is for desktop. While Red Hat 6.0 is mainly
designed for server applications. You can use it too for desktop PCs.
What is Linux?
Linux is a multi-user, multitasking OS that runs on many platforms,
including Intel, Motorola MC68K and DEC Alphas. It implements a superset
of the POSIX standard. Linux interoperates well with other OS, including
Apple, MS and Novell. It supports a wide range of SW, including X Windows,
Emacs, TCP/IP networking (including SLIP/PPP/ISDN), the works. Many people
have executed benchmarks on 80486 Linux systems and found them comparable
with mid-range workstations from Sun and Digital. (Source: LJ)
THEREFORE, you can USE Linux Mandrake too for server applications. It's a
Linux distribution. It's a multi-user and multitasking OS. NICE.
Cheers!:)
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Roi
Angelcom
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