Red Hat 9

Dud3! · Posted: Sat, 11 Jun 2005 15:02:34 Post Subject:

I don't really recommend Gentoo as a first Linux install, it really helps if you're already familiar with Linux (and bash).

As was already said, RH9 is old. It's also bloated and slow. I haven't used Fedora or CentOS, but if you want something that will be up and running in no time and is decently fast, go for Ubuntu.

A friend of mine (ThePMG) actually switched from Gentoo to Ubuntu after using Gentoo for a long time. I personally prefer Gentoo, but for someone that's looking for minimal involvement, Ubuntu is pretty good.

Blue|Fusion · Posted: Sat, 11 Jun 2005 20:08:52 Post Subject:

I have to disagree in that it is good for new linux users, as right fromthe getgo, they can learn the backend of the Linux environment and learn how to manage it with care, rather than "oh noes...i can't find c:\!!! time to go find a linux forum and spam for answers!

jake_johnson · Posted: Sat, 11 Jun 2005 20:18:24 Post Subject:

timberwolfblues · Rated R Joined: 03 Jun 2005 Posts: 81 Location: Indiana

I also put Mandriva 10.2 Limiited on the same drive so I ahve them both. I really like Red Hat 9 but not as crazy about Mandriva/Mandrake. I was going to experiment with Gentoo but all the recompiling made me want to wait a bit. I think I got bit by the Linux bug real hard. I really like it! And all the options are making my head spin. God save the penguin!

jake_johnson · Posted: Sun, 12 Jun 2005 21:29:07 Post Subject:

Glad you like it. I hope you stick with it.

Dont worry, years from now you will realise i was right bout the whole bsd thingy.

I know, slap me now. lol. Yall probably think I sound like a broken record.

Blue|Fusion · Posted: Mon, 13 Jun 2005 09:44:25 Post Subject:

Use a layer3 install for Gentoo and it's fairly quick. Just have to compile a few packages and the kernel and you're set to fly. And don't compile xorg-x11 and KDE (and all 92 other dependencies) like I did. I was just, too lazy to download the CD with it precompiled.