Danny recommends this from developerWorks(TM): Some choice quotes: "IBM ThinkPad notebook users who *upgrade* their computers from Windows to Linux need a..." (emphasis mine)
"Although this paper is primarily about desktop software, some people have the notion that perhaps Linux is not appropriate for Fortune 500 type companies. Just to dispel that idea, here are some enterprise-class Linux products:..." However, he does not recommend Linux on the desktop for the casual, home user. An office worker, with the proper support, can manage, typical home users would need *lots* of hand-holding available mainly in a corp environment. Mabuhay. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Title: What good is a Linux client? Like many users of PCs, you may be considering the switch to Linux. You've heard all the arguments about the economic viability and cross-platform compatibility of open source software in general and Linux in particular, but you may still be intimidated by the prospect of changing environments. IBM's Mark Chapman give you the benefit of his own experience as a Linux newbie as he seeks to change over to Linux. He addresses many of the issues involved, including software availability and support. Learn more: http://www-106.ibm.com/developerworks/linux/library/l-cli?l=swalert?e developerWorks Need it? Get it. http://www.ibm.com/developerWorks _ Philippine Linux Users Group. Web site and archives at http://plug.linux.org.ph To leave: send "unsubscribe" in the body to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the Linux Newbies' List: send "subscribe" in the body to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
