New Linux Machines

[Jim Herrmann]

You guys went off on a tangent about the distros.  That wasn't the point 
of my message.  Tell me where I can find a local retailer that supports 
Linux machines.  I had a couple of replies off line, and I will pursue 
those, but I was hoping for a big discussion about all the dealers in 
town that support Linux.  How about it?  Are there any?  If you are one, 
you should reply on the list to this message, as it is a huge 
opportunity for you to advertise.  If you have a friend that sells Linux 
boxen, then do your friend a favor, and tell the list.

Never mind the damn distro.  Geez.

Peace,
Jim Herrmann

Jim Herrmann wrote:

> I have a friend that has an opportunity to get a new computer, who has 
> no windows experience.  Therefore, since there is no "re"learning curve, 
> I thought I would try to steer them to Linux.  They are open to the idea 
> of Linux, being opposed to large monopolistic entities in general.  So 
> here's what I am hoping to get from you guys.  I want to know who are 
> the local businesses in town that will pre-configure, say a Mandrake 8.1 
> Linux box, and support it (the hardware at least).  These people live 
> out near Lee's Summit, so a business in that general area would probably 
> be best, but not necessary.  These people want a whole new system, 
> Printer, monitor, CD-RW, etc. and they want it to be easy to use (which 
> is why I say Mandrake) and no problems (which is why I want a 
> preinstalled system).  Doesn't need to be top of the line, but rather 
> merely adequate for the future, and very reliable.
> 
> So, I hope that gives a pretty good idea of what I'm looking for. Please 
> discuss this on the list, as there are probably others on the list that 
> would like to hear this discussion.
> 
> Peace,
> Jim Herrmann
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