Re: How Do You Know If It Works In Linux?
hi alex
> alex wrote:
>
> > Suppose someone wants to put together or buy a computer ---something
> > that is fully compatible with Linux.....no makedo patches such as for
> > winmodems or other components, etc---how can you make sure you're
> > getting what you want?
experience .... and taking the time to learn what works and worked for
others and what didnt and more importantly, why it didnt work
> > What are the indicators that will tell us whether the components are
> > fully Linux compatible, whether they are part of a ready to run
> > Windows computer, a systemless computer, a bare bones box, or one that
> > you build from scratch?
there is NO such thing as "fully linux compatible"
- and will usually need some form of tweeking for
some fixed set of foo-manufacturer's hardware
lifespan of motherboards is typically 3-6 months before that "good mb"
is retired/discontinued
- cpu life span is about 6months before you cant get it anymore
( in volume ...10 or 100 pcs or more )
- disk lifespan is about 6mon-1yr before it's discontinued
> > Is there something that prevents manufacturers from clearly stating
> > that a product is fully suitable for Linux? It's done for MS
> > Windows. Is this some kind of legal or technical issue, or is it some
> > kind of 'business arrangement'?
read the fine print in "Microsoft Authorized Distributer/Reseller
Agreement" to see why manufacturers and reselllers do what they do
its all marketing, sales, advertising, tech support, rma, discounts,
royalties, refunds, pre-sales, etc, etc
nothing to do with "technical issues"
> > Wouldn't it be nice if there was a notice or disclaimer that clearly
> > stated, "100% suitable for Linux" or "Not suitable for Linux"
closest you can get to that is:
- Hardware Compatibility Howto
- the various "Linux testing labs" that certify hardware
compatability for tom-dick-harry linux distro but still mght not
be compatible w/ mary-sally-jane linux distro
c ya
alvin
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