Re: Why is debian "more of a learning curve" than Redhat???
grin wrote:
>
> On Mon, 19 Jan 1998, George Bonser wrote:
>
> > I think it is because of the conflict resolution screen and the fact that
> > Debian offers more alternatives than Red Hat. Maybe there are TOO MANY
> > alternatives offered for a new install.
>
> Well, dselect should perhaps start with "--newbie" switch :) offering
> 'typical installs' of some kind. Many users scared off because the some
> hundred packages selection screen.
Amen!! - I installed RedHat with no problem at all, but Debian has
continued to be rather user-unfriendly. I've installed hundreds of Mac
and Windows applications, and both have a much better user interface
than either RedHat or Debian, IMHO.
Dave
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