?Is good linux or I should better stay with my operative system¿?

Question

Please answer only if you are a linux user, because I included some specific questions.

Ok, Im really tired of my operative system, REALLY TIRED, Im shure that you know what operative system I am talking about, but I can´t name it because this question will be banned... again.

Im so tired that I has thinking in get a mac compatible version for my system, but also I has considering linux and I think that could have some advantajes.The problem is that I has reading about that some drivers doesn´t exist for linux, and also I worried about the compatibility issue.

Also I know that linux have some advantajes if you like take more control of your system and also if you like develop applycations. Then that is my doubt.

?Is linux so good allowing you to take a more complete control of your computer¿

?Does it have many options for configuration¿ I really prefer a computer that allow me to control any aspect than one that makes everything for me, many times even against my will.

?Can I still run my games in linux¿ Well I have many games, but if I can´t run them in Linux, this don´t will be the end of the world.

?Can I run my applycations in linux or how easy is get some programs for Linux, how usefull is the wine in this case¿

?Can I make applycations in Linux¿ ?How easy is program in Linux¿

?What problems can I have with the drivers compatibility¿

Finally since your experience, ?what is the best feature in Linux and what is the Linux version that would recomend¿

Answer 1

Realistically, if you are asking about writing programs, you probably have enough experience with computers to easily transition to Linux.



Many games will not run. I don't use wine, so I can't comment on it.



Hardware incompatibility will be the biggest problem you will have. Check this site for compatibility of an individual piece of hardware:



http://www.linux.org/hardware/



Generally, it is extremely easy to get software for Linux. If you choose a large, well-supported distribution (like Ubuntu), most everything you need will be in the repository, and all you have to do is select it and download.



Linux distributions are much more easily configurable than other OSs. I would do a little research into various desktop environments (e.g., Gnome, KDE, XFCE, JWM, etc.), and choose a Linux distribution that uses the one that you like as its default. That'll get you the configuration you want, and save you some work.



Personally, I recommend one of the Ubuntu-family (Ubuntu, Kubuntu, or Xubuntu). I also like Puppy Linux if you want something extremely small and lightweight.

Answer 2

Based on the questions you asked, it seems like Linux is a very good fit for you.



Linux gives you a lot of control over the computer. This is good if you know what you are doing, although it makes it easier to break things. It can also do many things that are hard to do normally in just a few commands.



Linux is very very configurable as well. You can choose from many different graphical environments, word processors, web browsers, and almost any other type of software. Even many of the core pieces of the system have different choices. You can also manually configure a lot of the software to make it work exactly the way you want.



Wine is at least useable for most tasks. It will run almost anything that Windows does, but support for games is iffy. You can still get many games working with some effort, and it's getting better constantly.



Programming in Linux is very easy. The whole operating system is almost like it's own development environment, and the tools are completely free. You can write things in anything from pure C to Java, Perl, and Python. Web development is also easy, because of the widely available Apache webserver.



Drivers are actually very good on Linux out of the box. Depending on the distro, you probably won't have any problems. The two areas that are the most iffy for drivers are video cards and wireless, but only if you have the newest hardware.



Because it can be configured so greatly, there are many different distributions of Linux, so you have a wide variety to choose from. Ubuntu is a popular choice for new users, although it is definitely not the only one. I personally use Gentoo, which is very advanced but very configurable and fast. You need to be pretty familiar with the Linux command line before trying to install it, so I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner.



By the way, there are also multilingual character sets that can be used with Linux at every interface.

Answer 3

If you're tired of your current operating system, Linux is definitely worth a look. It sounds to me like Linux would be a good choice for you.



Yes, you will have complete control of your computer. With Linux, you'll actually be able to USE your computer.



Yes, Linux is very configurable. You will be able to control pretty much every aspect of your system.



Many Windows games will work in Wine, but not all. Check the Wine AppDB:

http://appdb.winehq.org/



You can run about 70% of Windows software in Wine, but I recommend you look for native Linux alternatives:

http://www.linuxalt.com/



Yes, you can create software in Linux. Most distros come with all the compilers you'll need or make them easily available, so it should be pretty easy if you know a programming language.



Linux sometimes has problems with wireless drivers, but other than that it's hardware support is pretty good. It will most likely detect your hardware better out of the box than Windows does.



The distro I recommend for you is Linux Mint:

http://linuxmint.com/

Answer 4

Linux is the best bro and now a days there are so many Distros " Versions " you can choose from.



Driver compatibility issue - OH dude WTF are you talking about???? nothing such as this exists with linux - live free ;)



Games/Application - the ones bbased on C ( i.e. those which are for operating systems, say windows 0 wont work on linux, HOWEVER you can run those in linux using WINE software.... yeah you can do that :)



Can you make applications in linux - Why not, mak any number of applications in Unix



More control - definitely YEAH! i can hack my neighbour's 128-bit WiFi secure Modem with my linux installed on my laptop in just 5 minutes, whereas it is not possible for me to do that on any other operating system, say windows or mac.....



Options for configurations - yeah!



Problems with driver compatibility - bro there is a huge free forum help out there>>>



My experience - i am in love with Puppylinux



Puppylinux - it is 93 Mb operating system, does not need hard disk, wuns from a CD or DVD , has all the basic softwares needed like word editor or bit torrent suppport, or PIMs..... It is really very portable as it runs from a CD

It is super fast and becomes hell more faster when installed>>>





Linux - Free - if you have a good PC i would recommend you Suse or Fedora ( i myself used to use fedora core 7 it was really good but now i use suse, it is awesone )



you can try out puppylinux.org



yeah i recommend you to go for linux bro...



Regards

P@@J!

Answer 5

linux gives u ur freedom total control over ur computer



for configuration linux will take any that u throw at it it is the most customizable system there is



there are great games for linux



but u can run windows games in linux using the software called wine(free) and cegeda(paid) and crossover (paid)



linux offen have better or equal alternative program to the one u use in windows some of windows program works in wine



in most case u shouldn't have problem with driver compatibility



the one i recommend is Ubuntu, Mandriva open suse and linux mint



a new version of ubuntu an d mandriva is comming very soon if u want to switch to ubuntu or mandriva then wait for the new version



email or IM me for if u had any questions

Answer 6

Ok,



1) No, I think XP has more Control than Linux.



2) Yes, Linux does have many config setting's but XP is better for that if you can use COMMAND PROMPT.would stick with a more native



3) NO WAY, unless you get a virtual machine. (An APP that can run windows apps, and even windows itself)



4) No, that would be a pain. Linux is the lowest OS in the modern world.



5) Yes, there is a scripting language that comes with linux. You'll have to do that on your own.





Hope this helps!



Miles M.

Answer 7

From what you have outlined above you are probably best off running Linux LIVE !



There are two worth taking an immediate look at being Linux Mint 6 and Ubuntu 9.04



Linux Mint 6 Release notes

http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_felicia.php

Ubuntu 9.04 Release notes

https://wiki.ubuntu.com/JauntyJackalope/TechnicalOverview



Linux Mint 6 Download

http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=31

Ubuntu 9.04 Download

http://releases.ubuntu.com/releases/9.04/



You download the ISO. image of either Linux Mint 6 or Ubuntu 9.04 then you need to create a Bootable CD from the ISO. This can easily be done using Nero Burning ROM or similar software. Linux Mint 6 and Ubuntu 9.04 can also be run straight from the LiveCD you have created without touching your Hard Drive.



Screenshot of my custom LiveDVD of Mint 6 running Beryl 0.2.1

http://s266.photobucket.com/albums/ii256/Linux_Ubuntu_geek/?action=view¤t=Screenshot-1.png

Screenshot of my custom LiveDVD of Ubuntu 9.04 running Beryl 0.2.1

http://s266.photobucket.com/albums/ii256/Linux_Ubuntu_geek/?action=view¤t=Screenshot.png



Remember you can RUN IT LIVE !



LUg.

Answer 8

If you are used to Windows or Mac, Linux will be VERY different. I recommend you don't change.