I have never worked on a Linux system, but want to get away from Windows and want nothing to do with Goggle. Is it extremely hard to learn Linux?
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I ordered the Acer Aspire with "Linpus Linux" and am returning it. It just will not load a proper operating system. I would definitely avoid that particular Acer. Actually I am so fed up that I would avoid any ACER myself at this point. I will try the USAS with Linux Ubuntu already loaded on it. I have already worked with LINUX on another computer and it is great and not that difficult to learn. Definitely no worse than Windows (none of the exasperating features of Windows, no viruses, etc.), and it uses FIREFOX for the net.
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If you have no experience with UNIX or Linux, and are accustomed to Windows or Mac, it may seem confusing, at first. If you have no experience and are trying to install and set up Linux yourself, then you will need to persevere. It will be easier if you obtain a computer with Linux already installed, and have an experienced user whom you can rely for help.
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'Let's put it this way--who is the happier person: The one who moves back and forth between two (or more) operating systems, using what they like best out of either, and knows how to get around with either, or the person who sticks with just ONE, and aggressively insults the other?' Very well put. I use linux, and just bought Vista basic a few hours ago, I had tried xp (x64 pro) even, used it some. but yes, what is wrong with using multiple systems and why insult the other systems? It's childish. This isn't religion or weather or not we have high morals, or a drug, it's an operating system. I use linux for almost everything, windows just for some games. other games work under linux like american mcgee's alice, doom 3, call of duty, descent 3, and several others.
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Depends on if you /really/ know what you're doing. Linux has become much more popular due to Ubuntu and Mint which achieve a much more friendly use environment. If you are a programmer and technician who regularly writes your own drivers and software, you could probably make it work. Me, after 3 days of trying various solutions, I only got it to work partially. It works great on windows or mac with the management software, but no, I would not say it is "supported" on Linux, where as most G and N adapters work plug and play out of the box. I think AC is just difficult to work with, perhaps, which might be why it's never really taken off in spite of being stronger, faster, and more stable than G or N. Depends on if you /really/ know what you're doing. Linux has become much more popular due to Ubuntu and Mint which achieve a much more friendly use environment. If you are a programmer and technician who regularly writes your own drivers and software, you could probably make it work. Me, after 3 days of trying various solutions, I only got it to work partially. It works great on windows or mac with the management software, but no, I would not say it is "supported" on Linux, where as most G and N adapters work plug and play out of the box. I think AC is just difficult to work with,... » Read More Depends on if you /really/ know what you're doing. Linux has become much more popular due to Ubuntu and Mint which achieve a much more friendly use environment. If you are a programmer and technician who regularly writes your own drivers and software, you could probably make it work. Me, after 3 days of trying various solutions, I only got it to work partially. It works great on windows or mac with the management software, but no, I would not say it is "supported" on Linux, where as most G and N adapters work plug and play out of the box. I think AC is just difficult to work with, perhaps, which might be why it's never really taken off in spite of being stronger, faster, and more stable than G or N. « Show Less
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I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in general in the videohelp.com "tools" section and the "forum". I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in... » Read More I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in general in the videohelp.com "tools" section and the "forum". « Show Less
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Some programs might treat it specially, but Windows handles it nicely as a pointer input device, so it should work okay with anything in Windows. Haven't tried on OSX/Linux.
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If you are not planning to have a Dual Windows/GNU Linux Boot, you'll have no problem. I installed Ubuntu,Xubuntu and Mint. I finally left Mint as it had the least problems with the dual boot. (I use Windows only because of Microsoft Flight Simulator)
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This system is very generic hardware - I can't speak to all Linux systems, but Debian/Ubuntu installs just fine. You need to know what you're doing as some installers are looking specifically for a CD device during install. If you want to get around that issue, get yourself a USB CD or DVD drive.Once you get past any issue with the installer (and that's not a hardware issue - it's an issue with the installation code) it will run Linux just fine. This unit will run better with the command line, but it runs lightweight GUIs perfectly well.
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Yes. I wouldnt know if it rund on linux but if you want to see stats from your training on your training peaks page you would have to find a way to run a wimdows os within your linux. Email angel.matos@rdsgi.com for a way to do this. Its a great watch and it has been with me for two years now.
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The web site for Gmyle says it's for Windows & Mac. That's also what's on the CD that came with it. If you want to run it under Linux, I think you would have to set up a virtual machine on your Linux one, running Windows. (Lots of Linux users do this so they can run Windows programs (like Quicken) not available for Linux. It does good work on myW7 machine. Hal in Albuquerque, NM
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I'm sorry to ask a question on your question but did you every purchase the device and try it on Linux? I was also curious.
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Absolutely. I bought this item because it works great with both Windows and Linux. Well worth it. I need to buy another one because I gave this one away to one of my students.
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I do not use Linux but it does work perfectly with Windows XP and Windows 7. There were no problems installing it and still use it on one of my computers.
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I wouldn't know, as I've mostly used it with Linux. When I briefly tried it on Windows, I used the software that came with it.
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The only way you will EVER get this to work with Linux is by setting up the Windows drivers inside of Linux. There are no Linux drivers for this and using the Windows drivers is asking for a headache I would not wish on my worst enemy. Right now...I'm using with the newest drivers in Windows 7 and I can almost set my watch by every time this device drops the connection. The only thing keeping me from getting another device is waiting on my paycheck. At that time...I will be running this over with my car and hope I never end up with another one of this brand. Even my Roku and smartphone has a better antenna and reception. The only way you will EVER get this to work with Linux is by setting up the Windows drivers inside of Linux. There are no Linux drivers for this and using the Windows drivers is asking for a headache I would not wish on my worst enemy. Right now...I'm using with the newest drivers in Windows 7 and I can almost set my watch by every time this device drops the connection. The only thing keeping me from getting another device is waiting on my paycheck. At that time...I will be running this over with my car and hope I never end up with another one of this brand. Even my Roku and smartphone has... » Read More The only way you will EVER get this to work with Linux is by setting up the Windows drivers inside of Linux. There are no Linux drivers for this and using the Windows drivers is asking for a headache I would not wish on my worst enemy. Right now...I'm using with the newest drivers in Windows 7 and I can almost set my watch by every time this device drops the connection. The only thing keeping me from getting another device is waiting on my paycheck. At that time...I will be running this over with my car and hope I never end up with another one of this brand. Even my Roku and smartphone has a better antenna and reception. « Show Less
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Don't know about Linux. I've only used it with Windows 7 & 8.1 & it works fine with both of those.
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I do not know about Linux? But right now I am not happy with my mouse. It worked very well at first but now NOT SO MUCH. I would find something else.
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Its extremely simplistic. It will work with any linux distro, but its really low quality. I recommend anything but this.