On 10/08/2021 09:02 AM, Richard Owlett wrote:
I've been providing informal support to a local couple for decades. He
is a retired pastor, now a missionary. A few years ago they bought a
computer from a local big box store. It has problems and customer
support has been inadequate. As part of my support for the missions
agency, I'll be purchasing a replacement. As I've not used Windows since
WinXP and they are pure Windows users I will set it up to dual boot
Windows and Debian. I've bought several refurbished machines from a
local company and have watched them deal with non-techie customers. That
will provide expert Windows support if/when needed.
[snip thread of questions]
When I wrote that I was thinking to:
1. have Debian available because I am familiar with its tools.
2. install WINE to see if their "must have" apps would run.
Two things have occurred:
1. Ben said that Windows10's desktop resembles Linux.
2. in a discussion about WINE on debian-user I was asked if I had
considered using a VM.
That has me considering installing a VM on their machine in which I
would run Debian. That would give me access to familiar tools and I
could have them easily test FOSS replacements for the apps they
currently use. It would also simplify logistics if support is needed
from my hardware vendor.
Comments?
TIA
