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Analysis of SuSE Linux Desktop

Posted by CowboyNeal on from the up-the-flagpole dept.

pdajames writes "ZDNet UK has a look at the new SuSE Linux Desktop, running Microsoft Office. They seem to think Linux is just about there when it comes to desktop users, although their words about StarOffice are not so kind. It seems like some of the reality of desktop Linux is starting to match the hype." Not being an Office power user myself, I felt that way a long time ago, but it's cool to see projects like Evolution get some more street cred.

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  1. SuSE is Excellent by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Informative



    SuSE is what allowed me to leave windows.

    I've tried RedHat, Debian, and Mandrake. They all really do not work well for the desktop.

    SuSE, however, has automatic updates (nightly!), EXCELLENT support (although RedHat has support, it is very expensive.)

    All in all, fine tuned, ergonomic, German Precision.

    A++.

  2. But it's still not quite there... by Radon+Knight · · Score: 5, Interesting

    The desktop might be polished, but they complain about a notable lack of polished apps. Essentially the author says that Evolution is about it. And, if you are going to run MS Office, what's the argument, again, for not running it under Windows?

    Still, this is a nice step forward. But don't read too much into the article - there is still a long way to go.

  3. Re:Suse must be free by spiney75 · · Score: 5, Informative

    You can try it out if you do an installation right from an FTP server. Granted, ISOs would be nicer, plus the FTP install doesn't come with all the extra software found in the Professional bundle, but still...

  4. Re:Why isn't there a macro language and recorder O by justsomebody · · Score: 5, Informative

    It will be in version 1.1. Just as PDF export for windows and swf export.

    You can download beta2 and see for your self.

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  5. Linux Desktop and the Evolution by DrugCheese · · Score: 5, Interesting

    Ive used a SuSE linux desktop for work for years and evolution takes it several steps closer to being perfect for the average office user to use.

    I've already replaced one XP/winroute gateway machine (dont ask me) with a linux box without anyone seeming to notice ... added a backup fileserver share for everyone without anyone asking where it came from ... the desktops are really the only objective left to conquer.

    Squad move out!
    Yes sir!

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