Re: Before going with debian questions.
On Fri, 2004-04-16 at 18:26, Robin Lynn Frank wrote:
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> We've been using Mandrake Linux for a number of years and have come accross
> problems with the way its library packages are set up. (We encounter
> problems compiling certain software because of this.)
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> It was suggested to us that debian might be more to our liking. Before biting
> the bullet, I have a couple of questions.
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> 1) What are debian's strong and weak points as a server?
Very stable, and easy to maintain. Software is old/ vell tested (depends
how you see it), You have A LOT of software to choose from.
> 2) What are debian's strong and weak points as a desktop workstation?
Same as above. For desktop it is ok if you dont require new software.
> 3) Any caveats I should be aware of?
> 4) Any ease of installation/use problems?
Easy to use yes, the install should be ok.
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> Any information is appreciated as I would have 50 boxes to switch over.
Then I would try it before installing all machines if I was you.
Kenneth
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> TIA.
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> Robin Lynn Frank
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