Doesn't sound like you've read the reactions to this thing. They explain how several programs are listed under unix while it should be mixed platforms. My reaction is not meant as flame, because this comes from Redhat as well, and they don't involve themselves in fud.
Thanks for some pointers, I'm going to look into these. We already use some of these command line tools like those from Sysinternals, but it's a shame indeed that Windows lacks some of the basic Unix tools. WSUS is something we've been using for a short while now, but somehow the idea of automatic updating of Windows servers makes me more nervous than updating BSD servers, hehe..
With constant attention I mean having a virus scanner up-to-date on it, plenty of hotfixes, and what has been apparent lately, logfiles from various applications that have no option to rotate.
If you're not talking about tools that cost money, I'm interested in what you have in mind then.
You're better off with using nLite. This will strip down the install cd, then lets you create a new iso that you can burn to cd. I don't see a mention on the XPlite site of this capability. And, nLite is free whereas XPlite is paid software. I've used nLite to strip XP sp2 to a 130MB iso and installed it on the laptop from work. It has 512 MB ram but I can run two virtual XP sessions with Virtual PC, have Firefox open with a dozen tabs, nvu, several rdp sessions, plenty of explorer windows, some other smaller utilities and the only time it slows down is when I haven't used it for hours and switch desktops with Virtual Dimension.
if you use the plethora of tools the Microsoft makes available
And that's the problem. You have to pay for more software to keep those systems up and running and up-to-date. All the FreeBSD machines I've set up were more like set up and forget. I've literally set up servers and forgot them because they just worked, not so with Windows servers who need constant attention.
If it's the site you posted the link to you're talking about, wouldn't you be better off with a free hosting provider or running your own webserver at home? (provided you can run your connection 24/7 of course)
I've got broadband at home and use my webserver for pretty much the same reason you do, keep notes on using FreeBSD and Windows, but it doesn't cost me anything specifically for storage and bandwidth.
Most of the people who oppose changing from Word to OO.org, also complain when Word is upgraded to a new version. When we did a company wide upgrade, at first everyone was asking when they'd get the new version, after that they didn't know where to find certain features and complained that it wasn't the same like the old version.
It doesn't matter what the campaign is supposed to promote, the slogan by itself should inspire and attract interest. Leap ahead doesn't do anything, it's boring. Maybe Intel will come up with something great next year, but it sure doesn't reflect on the slogan.
That's why I'm glad the laptop I'm using now has an nVidia card. When I get the chance again to buy the new laptop I use at work in 3 years or so I expect there will be good drivers for the ATI X300 card in it. (and if sooner I might just create a dual boot config again of WinXP and FreeBSD)
I'd be interested in this as well. One of the first things I thought was how would FreeBSD and the ports system handle this? In my humble experience all I'd need to do is a portupgrade, and even an upgrade to a higher stable version wouldn't be much trouble with make builworld and -kernel.
Not just that, but a few years ago I got a free unknown-brand mouse with my order which already had an indicator for mail. Back then I found it a stupid feature and put the mouse with the others in case some user needed a spare one. This is far from something new.
First Encounter Assault Recon. I've heard the game was supposed to be very scary to play, so I got me a copy to try it out but it disappointed me. There were a few shockers, but after a few levels I got bored, looked up cheats, gave myself unlimited ammo because I got tired of going back and forth switching weapons and completed the whole game while waiting for the scary bits. Maybe it's because the game's too demanding on the graphics hardware, but I just didn't feel like I was pulled into the eerie atmosphere. So far the only game that really scared me was Doom II with the Alients TC mod. Now That gave me the creeps at night and made me twitchy and wanting to run the f*ck out of there.
Hate to break it to you but we've had registry corruptions occuring because of hardware, software, and even turning off the machine. And we support several hundred users. The registry Is fragile.
Even better, we have our own building. Four of us are on an island, several desks put together around a pillar and we would face eachother if we didn't have those large 21" monitors. I used to sit at the side that was the first any user would see when coming into our office, and it made me rather nervous at times having people walk behind me all the time. Luckily for me one of us moved to a different desk and the first thing I did was confiscate his spot. *grin* Now I have a wall (and windows) at my back and I feel a lot better. Although at times there're still users who walk around while waiting, but they won't see easily what's on my monitors because I use high resolutions.
What would those be then? From reading TFA it looks like a clean and efficient power source. He wouldn't think of sticking these in a neighbourhood if there was a risk to it. And it looks like it can be built as long as there's no "political" objection.
Hollywood will die slowly as a new Hollywood without patent restrictions will emerge in Europe or Asia. Maybe it'll be the end of the Oscars as a bonus.
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Doesn't sound like you've read the reactions to this thing. They explain how several programs are listed under unix while it should be mixed platforms.
My reaction is not meant as flame, because this comes from Redhat as well, and they don't involve themselves in fud.
So I must ask - why was the post which I am replying to modded down?
I think you've missed something, so you're viewed as a troll/microsoftie/FUDamentalist/etcetera.
FYI; article here and here
It might not be sponsored by MS (probably), but it does not give an accurate pictures as there are many flaws in how they calculated the statistics.
Thanks for some pointers, I'm going to look into these.
We already use some of these command line tools like those from Sysinternals, but it's a shame indeed that Windows lacks some of the basic Unix tools. WSUS is something we've been using for a short while now, but somehow the idea of automatic updating of Windows servers makes me more nervous than updating BSD servers, hehe..
With constant attention I mean having a virus scanner up-to-date on it, plenty of hotfixes, and what has been apparent lately, logfiles from various applications that have no option to rotate.
If you're not talking about tools that cost money, I'm interested in what you have in mind then.
You're better off with using nLite. This will strip down the install cd, then lets you create a new iso that you can burn to cd. I don't see a mention on the XPlite site of this capability. And, nLite is free whereas XPlite is paid software.
I've used nLite to strip XP sp2 to a 130MB iso and installed it on the laptop from work. It has 512 MB ram but I can run two virtual XP sessions with Virtual PC, have Firefox open with a dozen tabs, nvu, several rdp sessions, plenty of explorer windows, some other smaller utilities and the only time it slows down is when I haven't used it for hours and switch desktops with Virtual Dimension.
if you use the plethora of tools the Microsoft makes available
And that's the problem. You have to pay for more software to keep those systems up and running and up-to-date. All the FreeBSD machines I've set up were more like set up and forget. I've literally set up servers and forgot them because they just worked, not so with Windows servers who need constant attention.
If it's the site you posted the link to you're talking about, wouldn't you be better off with a free hosting provider or running your own webserver at home? (provided you can run your connection 24/7 of course)
I've got broadband at home and use my webserver for pretty much the same reason you do, keep notes on using FreeBSD and Windows, but it doesn't cost me anything specifically for storage and bandwidth.
Most of the people who oppose changing from Word to OO.org, also complain when Word is upgraded to a new version. When we did a company wide upgrade, at first everyone was asking when they'd get the new version, after that they didn't know where to find certain features and complained that it wasn't the same like the old version.
It doesn't matter what the campaign is supposed to promote, the slogan by itself should inspire and attract interest. Leap ahead doesn't do anything, it's boring. Maybe Intel will come up with something great next year, but it sure doesn't reflect on the slogan.
Why would you want someone who's so heavy?
To have someone who can throw his weight around?
*lol* Your nickname suits you just right.
At least I can prove that I do, for the most part. :-P
That's why I'm glad the laptop I'm using now has an nVidia card. When I get the chance again to buy the new laptop I use at work in 3 years or so I expect there will be good drivers for the ATI X300 card in it. (and if sooner I might just create a dual boot config again of WinXP and FreeBSD)
I don't think they get your joke. At least they could've modded you flamebait instead of redundant.
You are joking, right?
Maybe the same as the site? All I get is a black screen...
I'd be interested in this as well. One of the first things I thought was how would FreeBSD and the ports system handle this? In my humble experience all I'd need to do is a portupgrade, and even an upgrade to a higher stable version wouldn't be much trouble with make builworld and -kernel.
I've heard of it before, not sure if I've seen it but I'll keep an eye out for it, thanks.
Not just that, but a few years ago I got a free unknown-brand mouse with my order which already had an indicator for mail. Back then I found it a stupid feature and put the mouse with the others in case some user needed a spare one.
This is far from something new.
First Encounter Assault Recon. I've heard the game was supposed to be very scary to play, so I got me a copy to try it out but it disappointed me. There were a few shockers, but after a few levels I got bored, looked up cheats, gave myself unlimited ammo because I got tired of going back and forth switching weapons and completed the whole game while waiting for the scary bits.
Maybe it's because the game's too demanding on the graphics hardware, but I just didn't feel like I was pulled into the eerie atmosphere. So far the only game that really scared me was Doom II with the Alients TC mod. Now That gave me the creeps at night and made me twitchy and wanting to run the f*ck out of there.
My advice, try it before you buy.
Have you tried one of the BSD's?
...Dell is pulling an Apple and deny everything until they launch the new AMD line of servers.
AMD processors are already available as parts on the Dell site apparently.
Hate to break it to you but we've had registry corruptions occuring because of hardware, software, and even turning off the machine. And we support several hundred users. The registry Is fragile.
Even better, we have our own building. Four of us are on an island, several desks put together around a pillar and we would face eachother if we didn't have those large 21" monitors. I used to sit at the side that was the first any user would see when coming into our office, and it made me rather nervous at times having people walk behind me all the time. Luckily for me one of us moved to a different desk and the first thing I did was confiscate his spot. *grin* Now I have a wall (and windows) at my back and I feel a lot better. Although at times there're still users who walk around while waiting, but they won't see easily what's on my monitors because I use high resolutions.
What would those be then? From reading TFA it looks like a clean and efficient power source. He wouldn't think of sticking these in a neighbourhood if there was a risk to it.
And it looks like it can be built as long as there's no "political" objection.
Hollywood will die slowly as a new Hollywood without patent restrictions will emerge in Europe or Asia.
Maybe it'll be the end of the Oscars as a bonus.