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Re: The Linux desktop challenge



 [hidden email] wrote: 
> ...I want to prove to myself that this class of user can thrive in a 
> Linux environment.. ...I want to go through the process and see with 
> the eyes of a non-techie. 
> 
> Is Linux *really* ready for the home desktop? If so, I want to see 
> it. If not, I want to know what's wrong or missing. 

Don't forget the article I posted a link to last week: 

http://www.linux-mag.com/id/4203

(Search for "another Windows to Linux desktop migration story" in the 
archives if you want to read my summary.) 

It deal specifically with the scenario you are describing. 

  -Tom 

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Venture Logic, Newton, MA, USA 
"Enterprise solutions through open source." 
Professional Profile: http://tmetro.venturelogic.com/

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