Linux Anybody?

[ManongPol]

thanks, discoverd GEDIT and incidentally, we found out that even in OpenOffice Writer one can also write html 

 

linux experts, where can i get a cd of popular linux apps? like window managers, etc. i know there are lots on the web but i was thinking of installing in PCs without a modem/internet connection. is there such a cd? or maybe someone could lend me theirs and i'll just burn a copy. 

 

anyway, i just inquired in an Informatics branch about their Open Source Course (includes Linux and Unix). they only have one and the registrar said that their head is reluctant about opening/offering it. i don't know why, its such a shame. third world countries like ours should be a hotbed of encouragement for Linux.

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download ka na lang. burn mo, tapos, pagbenta mo sa mga stall sa tiangge. kikita ka pa. hehehe.

[johnlove]

Linux is not prone to virus since most viruses out there target Microsoft-based programs/documents.  Although im not discounting the possiblity of being attacked by a Linux virus.

 

Linux is great for business.  No license fees, no raids, nothing to pay for.

 

But Linux graphics are no better than Microsoft.  Difficult to use graphics and multimedia.  If you're into graphics and multimedia, Linux isn't the way to go.  Even Mozilla Firefox has problems getting graphics correctly in a Linux operating system

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Try installing flash 7 for graphics problem.

[johnlove]

Hi, I also notice that my system slows down when I open about 8 tabs in firefox, Is it suppose to behave that way?

[johnlove]

I also noticed that once the system slows down, it will remain slow even if you close other windows. Why?

[ManongPol]

Linux is not prone to virus since most viruses out there target Microsoft-based programs/documents.  Although im not discounting the possiblity of being attacked by a Linux virus.

 

Linux is great for business.  No license fees, no raids, nothing to pay for.

 

But Linux graphics are no better than Microsoft.  Difficult to use graphics and multimedia.  If you're into graphics and multimedia, Linux isn't the way to go.  Even Mozilla Firefox has problems getting graphics correctly in a Linux operating system

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agree that under linux, graphics have a lot more room to grow. but mozilla firefox should not have any problem rendering graphics. it might be that your video card isn't properly installed, you're not using the correct linux driver for the video card. JMHO... :thumbsupsmiley:

[snowflake]

Can Linux run Coreldraw? I guess you're aware of the BIR software thingy, can it also run in Linux and other Unix programs as well?

[R@v3n]

use vmware for linux to emulate windows and windows apps while running in linux. vmware provides a 30-day trial period, so have enough time to easily migrate your "windows files" to whichever linux app you want.

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I agree. If your aim is to have minimal downtime while using (or rather, testing...) linux, just setup either a virtual machine or a separate machine, test from there and migrate when you've ensured all your apps are running fine. :headsetsmiley:

 

I also noticed that once the system slows down, it will remain slow even if you close other windows.  Why?

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I think this is the memory leak that Firefox has/had so there's really no solving it 'till they release a patch. Just shut down the entire Firefox for it to release the memory. :headsetsmiley:

[rpgfan]

Help, I am a newbie.  Is there a distro that support "Dlink" internal winmodem or external usb modem?  Thanks.

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Hello johnlove. If you need a driver for winmodems in Linux, you can check here: http://www.linuxant.com/drivers/hsf/downloads-installer.php where people with Conexant compatible winmodems usually go.

 

As for external usb modems, I think most distros support those by default now but I might be wrong. If you want the best distros to go for with default support for usb would be Mandriva, Fedora, Ubuntu and PCLinuxOS. You can check out their websites via Google for more information.

 

If you need more help, don't hesitate to ask!

[rpgfan]

What I meant by "practical approach without losing files" is to still be able to work with all the existing data (DOC, XLS, PUB (publisher), PPT, etc) files, and having minimal down time in transferring to Linux.

 

Would you guys recommend using a dual boot (linux and WinXP) or any other method to ensure that things work fine before finally removing WinXP?  Or would it be more practical to get a new computer, set it up as a Linux system, then transfer all the files?

 

BTW, what Linux package would you guys recommend?  Red Hat, Mandrake, etc?  WIll basically use the computer for word processing, spreadsheet, presentation (using Powerpoint now), and email & web surfing.

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Another practical approach would be for you to download a Live CD (like Ubuntu or Mandriva One) and boot off that to see if your systems are compatible with it. The nice thing about it is that it will run off your RAM and CD drive so your hard disk won't be touched. You can fiddle around with it and see if it's to your liking before you decide to take the plunge and install it. A few simple commands in the built-in terminals will allow you to see your old files in your HD so you can tinker with them and see if they're compatible, but you should be careful when allowing access to your HD at any time.

 

Hope this helps!

[Aaaa100000]

share ko lang.. meron po palang SQL Analyzer na pang Oracle..

running cya sa Linux na OS.. kung gamay nyo ang SQL Analyzer..

ganun na ganun po cya..

 

search nyo na lang at idownload sa net..

Oracle Sql Developer (formely Project Raptor).

[floppydrive]

Thanks namo_gago, R@ven and rpgfan for the tips! :thumbsupsmiley: Will try them out. Thanks again!

[Guest Leviticus]

Can Linux run Coreldraw?  I guess you're aware of the BIR software thingy, can it also run in Linux and other Unix programs as well?

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CorelDRAW ALSO NEEDS LICENSING. even if you are able to run it in Linux, you still need the licensed software

[rpgfan]

I know it's not up to snuff yet, but if you need image editing software for quick fixes, use the GIMP na lang. I've tried it and although it won't hold a candle to Photoshop, it's not too bad.

[johnlove]

Thanks sir Rpqfan.

May I know how to open a terminal window in ubuntu?

[johnlove]

Thanks sir Rpqfan.

 

Can anyone teach me how to open a terminal window in ubuntu?