We installed Redhat 9, a Linux OS, on a machine at work today.
Wow!
I was blown away by the installer, it made Windows XP look wimpy, and I had a lot more control over what was installed, how, and what security options I wanted.
I love that I can set up security features when I install the operating system, and not have to trust Microsoft to make the right choices for me.
Of course I understand why the lay person may not want this hassle, but as a technology person, I like to know what’s being turned on and off.

I’ll probably make some more reports on this as I get a chance to play with this new toy.
I’ve been a windows user only for most of my life.
Periodically I’ve lusted after the sleek cases and interfaces of Macintosh, and now I’m impressed with Redhat’s installer.
Maybe some day I’ll actually have a comprehensive understanding of Linux, assuming SCO doesn’t get some goofy patent holding lawsuite in place to hose the whole thing.

Resting in Him,

Randy “Penguin Agnostic” Peterman