Re: A83: Alternative to Windows 95


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Re: A83: Alternative to Windows 95




Linux is a free Unix for PC's started by Linus Thorvalds.
Linux is harder becouse you need to know more about your computer and how it
works.
you _could_ boot linux on just a diskette..  but it wouldn't be a lot of fun :)

//Olle

AtmaZ@aol.com wrote:
> 
> UNIX and LINUX are the same thing.  (Almost.)
> They can be either graphical (the X Window system) or command-line (native
> mode).
> Linux is harder to install because it just is.
> Yes.
> Linux takes up to about 60-500 MB, depending on the apps you install.
> 
> --David
> 
> > What is the difference between UNIX and LINUX exactly
> >  Are they both grphical  GUI like win or command prompt like DOS ?
> >  Why is Linux tougher to install ?
> >  Can I have Win (for my father) and any of the above simultaneousely?
> >  How much space do they take up when installed ?


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