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Re: gEDA-user: which linux?



On Saturday 05 November 2005 23:43, Stephen Meier wrote:
> I tried slackware on the for mentioned laptop. But at the time it lacked
> the device drivers needed (new intel chipset). That is why it ended up
> as a fedora machine for  about 3 years until its hard drive died. It was
> infact the family internet computer for most of that time. I refused to
> support any windows machine on the internet as the last one became so
> loaded with viruses, spyware, popups and such. The kids begged for
> internet access, so I let them use the linux based laptop. Now if that
> isn't a test of stability and security then I don't know what is. ;)
>
> Steve Meier

I've got a 9 year and a 12 year old at home. Both of them have been using
Linux for over two years without any problems whatsoever. Both machines have
remained rock solid throughout all use and/or abuse.  In fact, at this point, 
they snicker at windoze users... 

Regards

Marvin