Desktop Linux Where is it hiding Is this group a joke or something 4157

On Sat, 28 May 2005 07:44:02 -0700, lqualig

The point being made here is slightly different, IMO. Computers (at least in teh Windows world) have developed as black boxes to a large extent, and are aimed at the lowest common denominator. Now, this is okay in some ways, because it brings the many benefits of computers to the mbuttes. But on effect it encourages a lowest common denominator atbreastude, creating users whouse the computer without understanding it, just as they might drive a car. They are then at the mercy of third parties when things go wrong.

Of course, you may say, everything is like this. But it doesn't have to be.

This isn't particularly in dispute.. But not all those users will be without some curiosity. It's like cars. Some people just want to drive them, others love to tinker, or want to save costs by maintaining their own car. They are pretty much ordinary users too.

If it were the only 'selling point', that might be true. But of course it isn't. And it very much depends on what type of users you're aiming at. For the average person, you're going to talk about freedom from viruses, stability, low cost, and fun. The latest distros supply all this, and more under the surface for those who want it. It's just a matter of emphasis.

(fup2COLA)

-- Kier