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ShredTheGnarnia
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Why has linux not become more mainstream?? It is an amazing operating system... and yet it is still only used by these people: Click for larger image
~Completely customizable
~Free
~Hard to mess shit up, you just install your package and you're good to go
~Nothing to lose, you can dual-boot and still keep Windows
~Opensource, community oriented (you can get any question easily solved on forums)
~Can choose between many distros to suit what you like
~Can be made to look and operate like Windows, OSX, or anything in between
~All the software is free
~Boots up 100000x quicker than windows

This is my desktop (zomg looks like a mac but with functional window bar up top!): Click for larger image
you jelly?
Mar 21 2011 3:41PM
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inactive
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my mac is shiny
your argument is irrelevant
Mar 21 2011 3:44PM
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585.
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i wanna try it but what do you do? buy it or just google and download it?
Mar 21 2011 3:50PM
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[evan]
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I dual-boot the Wubi distro. I don't use it much, but that's really only because I haven't found any good software to use. If you could PM me links to some good programs and customizations. i.e. the dock you have, photo editing, video editing, etc.
Mar 21 2011 3:53PM
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rudager
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I used it for a computer hardware course for my program at SAIT.
We had to install it (much easier than installing windows).
We did a bunch of stuff with it such as moving files around and stuff like that. It's pretty easy to use. I liked the lay out of it. Once you get used to the whole piping thing (|). You can use it for many things.

I can't really remember much key things about it, it was back in November when we were playing around with it.
I enjoyed it though.



Mar 21 2011 3:56PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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1) go here http://www.ubuntu.com/desktop/get-ubuntu/download
2) download
3) burn to cd or usb drive
4) boot with cd/usb in drive and follow easy instructions for installation
Mar 21 2011 3:58PM
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HermioneGranger
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I'm definitely not "jelly."
Mar 21 2011 4:01PM
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iLLbiLLy
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Real men use unix
Mar 21 2011 4:03PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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DOCK: AWN, installation: sudo apt-get install avant-window-navigator in terminal
PHOTO EDITING: GIMP, installation: sudo apt-get install gimp
VIDEO EDITING: I haven't decided on which one i like best yet, but i have Avidemux, Cinelerra, KDEnLive, Kino, and Pitivi. Cinelerra is probably the most function-filled. Apparently it is almost equivalent to Final Cut Pro, though I haven't taken the time to learn it yet.
MUSIC: Banshee, installation: sudo apt-get install banshee
AUDIO PRODUCTION: Audacity, installation: sudo apt-get install audacity

these can all also be installed from the Synaptic Package Manager, Ubuntu Software Center, or by online download, but I find it simplest to just use the Terminal.
Mar 21 2011 4:07PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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seriously, this is the only reason osx is seen as better than linux
Mar 21 2011 4:08PM
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PNW.
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i use it only because my dad forced our family to use it. its hard for me to use because im computer retarded and dont want to spend time to learn how to use ubuntu. like when i underscore anything it just disappears and tons of other little annoying bugs that i dont know how to fix. But for people who know what theyre doing like my dad it seems really helpful but for people like me who only use internet and open office, not so much.
Mar 21 2011 4:10PM
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[evan]
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terminal>.exe
Mar 21 2011 4:11PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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hmmm. to me, it's just as easy to use as windows or osx. obviously, if you get really into customization, it can get difficult. also, the terminal can be sorta tough to learn, but you can easily go without ever using it, especially if you only use internet and ooffice.

what exactly do you mean by the underscore thing? and what other bugs? i'm curious...
Mar 21 2011 4:13PM
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Parrish
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I use ubuntu.

like really and I love it
Mar 21 2011 4:16PM
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teleTay
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i have it on my system

i dual boot windows 7 and ubuntu

i dont really use the full potential of ubuntu and boot windows 90% of the time, its cool, but windows works for me
Mar 21 2011 4:21PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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when i decided to try ubuntu, this is what i thought i would end up doing, but i was taken by ubuntu's bootup speed, and fell in love with the OS.
Mar 21 2011 4:34PM
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PNW.
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when i have a window open and i click "minimize" the window just disappears instead of going to the bottom as tab if that makes sense. theres other little things like it recognizes my ipods as cameras,  i cant download mainstream programs like itunes and such so i have to use programs like amorak and gtkpod that usually dont work and piss me off haha, and other minor things that come up every once and a while that i cant think of.
after writing this it sounds like im bitching about linux but i do like it because it does almost everything i want it too and its almost impossible to get a virus. ive also put up with it for five years so i dont mind it as much as i used to.
Mar 21 2011 4:35PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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well if you have a dock set up, then when you minimize it, it disappears to the dock, but there should still be an arrow below the icon of that program. you can keep the window tabs by adding a toolbar (like i have at the top) and putting the window manager in it.

i don't have an ipod, i have a zune, which won't sync with linux no matter what because microsoft has pulled some virtual handshake verification bullshit, so i can't speak from personal experience. however, my friend, who is also running ubuntu, uses BANSHEE, and he says it syncs just fine with his ipod.

also, if you REALLY want itunes for some reason, you can download it and use WINE to run it.
Mar 21 2011 4:40PM
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corona
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this exactly for me. I like some of the programs better on Windows, like photoshop. and generally just use it when I need to do something that windows doesn't allow or if I need to crack a network or something.
Mar 21 2011 4:40PM
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corona
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^ I mean, you can install photoshop using WINE. but for some reason I couldn't get anything past CS2 to work
Mar 21 2011 4:43PM
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Mr.Turtle
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and it only has one button
Mar 21 2011 4:46PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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lol macbook wheel?

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Mar 21 2011 5:23PM
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1337
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lol linux lol

man sure is /g/ in here....
Mar 21 2011 5:27PM
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RubberSoul
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^
Mar 21 2011 5:42PM
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SkiThe603
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that looks dumb, i don't need a massive ass i-pod
Mar 21 2011 5:55PM
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.KYLE.
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I've been using Ubuntu Natty for about a month and its pretty nifty.

But I run Ubuntu about 90% of the time except for when I need word, then I usally just run that in VirtualBox.

And I have a server running CentOS, which I highly recommend if anyone ever needs a server.
Mar 21 2011 6:17PM
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Mr.Turtle
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iPad?
Mar 21 2011 6:18PM
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notadoctor
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gentoo
Mar 21 2011 6:21PM
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[evan]
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I installed gimp, avent dock, and wine. However, I cannot for the life of me figure out if it's possible to run Jibbin with Wine.
Mar 21 2011 6:24PM
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.KYLE.
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I tried awhile ago and you cant.
Mar 21 2011 6:32PM
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Magikarp
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Are you suddenly a champion because you installed the Vista equivalent of Gnu/Linux distros?

What in god's name are you even referring to when you say that Ubuntu is customizable? Did you compile and make && make install all your programs, or did you use the shitty auto-download feature? Did you compile and configure the kernel to you exact needs and specifications?


Bull fuckin shit you did. You used Wubi and dual booted. Go use any other distro but Mint and Ubuntu and you'll know why Linux isn't popular. It's cuz it takes skill and knowledge to set it up.
Mar 21 2011 6:32PM
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.KYLE.
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So because Ubuntu and Mint packaged a usable Linux system for normal people they suck.... But Linux sucks because you have the option to compile your own stuff?

and that "shitty auto-download feature" are you talking about Apt or?... Everyone from Redhat to Canonical to Oracle use some sort of package system whether that's Yum/RPM or Apt/Deb, or anything else. For the most part there's no reason to compile things except for maybe the most specific kernel cases.

But I will give you that most Ubuntu freetards use it for about a month because of spinny cubes, wobbly windows and the open sources, and preach about how awesome it is. Then dump it a month later when they realize they can't do anything with it.
Mar 21 2011 6:47PM
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Magikarp
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>This kid sucks because he wondering why Linux is not more widely used. I made no claim about 'people' and what about more "knowledge and skill" is negative? Lrn2 read.

>Synaptic Packet Manager. Otherwise known as "olololol hurr durr i'mma click this n download".

Sudo apt get/ftp/rpm != SPM. I take it you've never used ubuntu, or you'd know what i'm talking about.

>Spinny cubes. Disgusting.


I run Win7/Debian laptop, Win7 Fedora desktop, Backtrack livethumb.
Mar 21 2011 6:52PM
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Panda_with_Guns
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i love linux. it has crashed twice and regenerated itself. and gets little to no viruses. better then microsoft but idk bout mac
Mar 21 2011 7:10PM
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.KYLE.
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Pretty sure Synaptic is a front end to apt...
http://www.nongnu.org/synaptic/

And really what about it is that bad?
Do I use it? No, but that's because its slow. But I don't see why having a gui to install packages is a bad thing.

And in my book, the term "shitty auto-download feature" != Synaptic.
Mar 21 2011 7:14PM
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.KYLE.
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Linux, now self aware.
Mar 21 2011 7:16PM
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wesley.
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wont work dont waste your time. your best bet is parallels( i have personally ran jibbin this way but its pretty sow) or just dual boot
Mar 21 2011 7:17PM
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Magikarp
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I'm thinking Terminal features. It may use apt protocol, but it's very different. It's point and click, not precise "I need X". It's browsing a library of shit you don't need and installing at very little effort to the user. It sacrifices precision and speed, and in every case, knowledge of your needs for user-friendliness and compatibility. That's fine if you wanna use ubuntu, but don't go claiming Linux is the greatest thing ever if you're using the tard distro.
Mar 21 2011 7:23PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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so now usable=tard? are you saying that macos and windows are also shitty because they are for tards because they are usable? why does the fact that anyone can pick it up and use it make it shitty? the whole point of my thread is that it is not just for 1337 haxxorz, as everyone thinks, but that it's very approachable. obviously there are aspects of linux that are far better utilized in other distros, but the point here is that Ubuntu is a very viable osx/windows option for the everyday user.
Mar 21 2011 8:09PM
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Snowcase
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I have the same background.
Mar 21 2011 8:11PM
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skijunkiedtm
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Get off your fucking high horse there.
Mar 21 2011 8:14PM
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Magikarp
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>provide valid points calling for more work on the user's part to understand the systems they take for granted.

>>get told to get off high horse.

Come at me bro.
Mar 21 2011 8:27PM
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skijunkiedtm
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go back to 4chan and get over yourself.

and stop it with the these ">>"

ubuntu is trying to make linux accessible for the average user, whyyoumadbro?
Mar 21 2011 8:33PM
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Magikarp
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Yes, actually, the whole user-friendly attitude is the reason why there are so many flaws and scams, and spammers and viruses/worms/trojans floating around. Friendliness always sacrifices security and power for frills and fluff.

So I'm not even mad, just don't claim that LINUX is awesome, if you're using Ubuntu, cuz it's an insult to the idea of linux. I hope you look into other distros and ACTUALLY learn your computer, because that'd be awesome.
Mar 21 2011 8:33PM
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Magikarp
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Who's on the high-horse now?
Mar 21 2011 8:34PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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> use arrows in post
> text does not come up green
> realize no longer on 4chan
> return to 4chan
Mar 21 2011 8:34PM
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Magikarp
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>proper
>>indentation
>>>allows my story
>>>>to hold more depth.

>because arrows, bitch.
Mar 21 2011 8:36PM
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Magikarp
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Also I run other distros and versions and you called me a nerd, so I'm a bit miffed. Basically, you said if you use Linux, but not Ubuntu, you're a nerd, and if you're using Ubuntu, you're suddenly a human being again.
Mar 21 2011 8:40PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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i did look into a variety of distros before settling on Ubuntu because it was what best fit my needs. I'm not a 1337 haxxor and I use my computer for everyday things, so I just wanted something usable, aesthetically pleasing, and fast.

also, i think you meant "learn ABOUT your computer" or "learn TO USE your computer." One cannot learn a computer.

also, i realize i'm feeding a troll.
Mar 21 2011 8:40PM
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Magikarp
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Seriously dude, cut the crap you don't know shit about any other versions because you have to use them to come to a decision. And yes, ABOUT your computer. When you start installing things yourself you'll realize more about how your computer works, not just how to use it, which is secondary to learning about it's functionality.
Mar 21 2011 8:43PM
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ShredTheGnarnia
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Nope. In my first post, I stated that anyone who uses any distro of Linux is seen as a nerd, which shouldn't be the case, since there are now many very usable distros.
Mar 21 2011 8:44PM
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