Ubuntu

[HBombVI]

Hey Gillion, I finally got my Ubuntu CDs (version 5.10). They sent me 5 copies. I'm currently posting this from Linux. So far it's pretty nice. I haven't had to do much work to install the devices and it detected most everything right off the bat. The GRUB bootloader looks like it's not going to give me much trouble when I decide to go back to Windows (haven't tried it yet). I'm installing updates and messing around with it for a second. Just thought you'd like to know since you're the Linux guru around here. :thumbsup

[vi_till_i_die]

:thumbsup2:

[HBombVI]

Installing stuff on Linux is giving me C++ flashbacks...

[Zinyia]

ok this is tech support / issues? :headscrat :laugh:

[HBombVI]

ok this is tech support / issues? :headscrat :laugh:

I hijacked this forum for everything tech ages ago. You didn't get the memo? :D

[Da Juice Man]

Nice!!!

I'm looking for get off the Redhat/Fedora bandwagon. A bit scared been using
Redhat since 5.2 and Fedora since it came out. I messed up windows running
a registry cleaner *sigh* So i'm reinstalling next thursday or so going for dual
boot. Looking at other pretty desktop options. I'll give a peep at Ubuntu.

Hey Gillion, I finally got my Ubuntu CDs (version 5.10). They sent me 5 copies. I'm currently posting this from Linux. So far it's pretty nice. I haven't had to do much work to install the devices and it detected most everything right off the bat. The GRUB bootloader looks like it's not going to give me much trouble when I decide to go back to Windows (haven't tried it yet). I'm installing updates and messing around with it for a second. Just thought you'd like to know since you're the Linux guru around here. :thumbsup

[optiq]

I had a live cd that ubuntu was based off. Its on my list of distros to try right after gentoo and trustix.

[Da Juice Man]

Good idea on the live cd to see if i like it first.

I had a live cd that ubuntu was based off. Its on my list of distros to try right after gentoo and trustix.

[HBombVI]

Good idea on the live cd to see if i like it first.

I agree. The package I got included both the installation and the live cd. I was only after I tried it out that I decided to go for the install.

I forgot the link to order the CDs (it's free), but if Gillion gets in here any time soon he can share it again.

[optiq]

I agree. The package I got included both the installation and the live cd. I was only after I tried it out that I decided to go for the install.

I forgot the link to order the CDs (it's free), but if Gillion gets in here any time soon he can share it again.

I heard it had insane hardware support. How is it running so far? does the package management system have a debian feel to it still? I should download the dvd.

[HBombVI]

I heard it had insane hardware support. How is it running so far? does the package management system have a debian feel to it still? I should download the dvd.

I'm afraid I can't comment because I haven't used a debian system before. I'm almost utterly a Linux newbie. :laugh:

I have to admit though it picked up on ever piece of hardware I have installed. Even the HP printer which is notorious for software screwups.

[optiq]

I'm afraid I can't comment because I haven't used a debian system before. I'm almost utterly a Linux newbie. :laugh:

I have to admit though it picked up on ever piece of hardware I have installed. Even the HP printer which is notorious for software screwups.


nice.

[Da Juice Man]

I'll be downloading it. Got a 10mb/1mb connection at home :D

I agree. The package I got included both the installation and the live cd. I was only after I tried it out that I decided to go for the install.

I forgot the link to order the CDs (it's free), but if Gillion gets in here any time soon he can share it again.

[Da Juice Man]

Yeh i saw that. I wonder if i'm ready for debian, have only used RH/Fedora.
Time for new experiences i guess. I'll have to look at the wireless support
also, because i'm on a laptop.

I'm afraid I can't comment because I haven't used a debian system before. I'm almost utterly a Linux newbie. :laugh:

I have to admit though it picked up on ever piece of hardware I have installed. Even the HP printer which is notorious for software screwups.

[Da Juice Man]

Seems like i might be able to get wireless going. I have a built in Broadcom
wireless adapter and the ubuntu forums indicate that it will work. Downloading
the x86 and 64bit images now.

[optiq]

Seems like i might be able to get wireless going. I have a built in Broadcom
wireless adapter and the ubuntu forums indicate that it will work. Downloading
the x86 and 64bit images now.


Man and not too long ago wireless support for linux was utter shit. Burn in hell Prism-family chipsets. I cant wait until summer hits.

[Da Juice Man]

Tested the AMD64 Live cd before work tonight here are some screenshots.
The glidepad is very sensitive. Everything else works, but i haven't done the
wireless configuration yet. Will do that after the HDD install.

[HBombVI]

:thumbsup

[GOD]

Does this play well with mythtv?
I'm weighing my options for loading up my htpc.

[HBombVI]

Does this play well with mythtv?
I'm weighing my options for loading up my htpc.

From what I hear it's difficult as hell to get working. I only know because I spent some time trying to get my K-World TV tuner card working. To no avail I might add.

[Gillion]

And the conversion begins.

http://www.vindiesel.hu/movies/eomerisinittoo.jpg

[Gillion]

Go here for further assitance ...

http://help.ubuntu.com/starterguide/C/index.html

and

http://www.ubuntuforums.org/

[GOD]

From what I hear it's difficult as hell to get working. I only know because I spent some time trying to get my K-World TV tuner card working. To no avail I might add.
K-world is the issue.
I want to get a hauppaguage mce 500 working, I just want to know if the altek 8 channel audio and onboard video is supported.

[GOD]

And the conversion begins.

http://www.vindiesel.hu/movies/eomerisinittoo.jpg
I used ubuntu before but found it not worth the hassle for my everyday machine, for an htpc that's a different story as I'm considering using a cf card to boot from.

[Gillion]

i'd suggest working with one of the many linux based HTPC projects

[Da Juice Man]

OT: just heard Fedora Core 5 should be out in a few weeks. So i'm torn now.