Re: I can't believe this
I read similar articles like this too. They are not really biased simply
because they promote Redhat's Linux. The Debian system is a collection of
high level puzzle pieces that an under-experienced user would have great
difficulty using.
On the other hand, you have Redhat and Caldera with their user-friendly
installs (more or less). The both have config progs for setting up
dula-boot boot, X-windows, etc. Much like Windows 95/98. This is why ZDNet
does not promote Debian. They don't see any value for someone other than a
developer (or developer-like) individual. It's just too difficult for the
average person to set up.
If Debian wants to reach the same or similar populace, then it's mandatory
that simpler installs and configurators be developed. But then, you have
volunteers develping Debian. Doing it in their spare time. It will take
longer. Others have salaried employees. It makes a difference. It did
with me. I'm now taking a course in Linux. It's the only way I can learn
it. Dos, Windows, Assembler, AppleDos, etc are all self -intuitive. Linux
is not.
Any other input?
Ed
-----Original Message-----
From: George Bonser <grep@shorelink.com>
To: debian-user@lists.debian.org <debian-user@lists.debian.org>
Date: Monday, March 08, 1999 04:45
Subject: I can't believe this
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>http://www.zdnet.com/pcmag/features/opensource/390823.html
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>zdnet did a review of Debian. Included are such comments as:
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>Debian GNU/Linux 2.0 ($38.95 direct) ...
>...Windows users should steer clear of Debian.
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>...The company says it will include a new application installer in Debian
>GNU/Linux 2.1.
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>Uhm, which "company" would this be?
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>...Debian is distributed by Linux Press...
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>Yeah, and a whole bunch of other people. Basicly the article's slant is
>be afraid of Debian, be very afraid.
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