Mandrake??

[Rafe Magnuson]

For those that are used to a GUI, the Mandrake distro is the best all-around
'beginner' distro available. 'Nuff said. But if you want to learn how
to *really* use linux to its fullest potential, go for a slightly less
weighty version - I'd suggest slackware.

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Rafe Magnuson
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---- "Tom Rowe (PKV)" <trowe at pezziking.com> wrote:
> Hello everybody,
> 
> I just joined NBLUG and enjoyed the last meeting about raid.  Seems
> like a really knowledgeable group.  I am just learning Linux, so please
> excuse my ignorance on the subject until I have some time in the saddle,
> my experience is NetWare, NT and Windows.
> 
> My question is, I noticed at the meeting and in the few posts I have
> read, most users are referring to RedHat, Suse, and Debian.  I have
> not heard or seen reference to Mandrake.  I started with Redhat, v6.2
> and 7.0 for learning purposes, as well as Debian.  I found that Mandrake
> is easier to install and work with.  So, finally the question: Any
> thoughts on Mandrake, good or bad, why not use it, why use it, etc.
> 
> Just wanted to hear some opinions if it matters....Thanks...Tom Rowe
>

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