Re: OT: testing vs. unstable for new laptop installation
On Wed, 13 Aug 2003, John R. Ackermann N8UR wrote:
> I'm about to install Debian on a new laptop that's going to be my primary
> personal machine.
I too have a similar setup.
> I'm trying to figure out whether I'm better off putting
> on testing or unstable
>From what you say, it sounds as if only unstable is going to give you the
latest versions of your preferred software.
Personally, I stick with testing, as this machine *must* work when I'm demoing
something or other to a client -- unstable doesn't often go horribly wrong,
but when it does, it can lock you out of your system totally -- just at the
wrong moment.
> the current state of the distros -- is unstable solid enough to install and
> use on a daily basis?
I have two friends who say yes. But they use their machines for fun; not
work. Personally, I distrust it. And my laptop helps me earn a living.
> Is testing already getting behind in versions?
Yes.
One workaround I'm using at the moment on my Toshiba is to have two versions
of Debian -- testing and Knoppix. (Knoppix is basically unstable; but it can
be a pig to update.)
HTH.
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