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1999/8/24-25 [Computer/SW/OS/Linux] UID:16382 Activity:very high
8/23    Help me choose a linux!  Any recommendation on what kind of linux
        package I should get?  I just want able to do gcc/emacs on x-windows,
        and being able to get onto the internet. I don't have much unix
        background, I am looking for a package that make the installation of
        the OS easier.
        I am leaning toward SuSE just because it has WordPerfect as part of
        distribution (don't laugh).  Any recommendation against this?
        FYI, I am buying the software for the support, as I am close to
        in terms of installation/administration
        --kngharv
        \_ You can do gcc, emacs, X, get on the net, and use wordperfect on
           a windows system.  What was it you wanted linux for since you don't
           seem interested in learning unix?
           \_ Actually, I *AM* interested in learning unix... is gcc, emacs
              pretty much as part of standard linux package?
                \_ Oh.  Nevermind the windows comments then.
        \_ FreeBSD.
        \_ Any linux distribution will have all this.  -tom
           \_ SCO!
        \_ Solaris 7 is free to students -- just pay shipping.
        \_ RedHat is easiest to install.
        \_ Debian is all free software.
        \_ FreeBSD.
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