With Ubuntu, if things work out when installed, then great. If it doesn't then prepare to Google a ton. Their community really is super helpful. But Ubuntu definitely isn't a Windows replacement. I've been lucky on my laptop and my main pc (dual booting). Never ran into any problems.
GNOME does...
I'm glad that I can finally browse using Ubuntu x64. Was having horrible crashes in Intrepid Ibex (8.10). Also really glad that all of my customizations still worked (conky and a few others). I had to recompile/reinstall the barely functioning XFi drivers though.
That Cowon looks pretty nice. :o
I just wish/hope that the 'new' Zune would play FLAC. :(
There needs to be a more diversity for FLAC capable players (I have a Cowon and Trekstor FLAC PMPs and there isn't that much more that supports FLAC apart from those two companies).
I just installed Ubuntu 8.10 x64 on my hdd that previously housed Windows 7 beta. I didn't shrink the drive used by Windows 7 through Computer Management. I just booted up the Ubuntu CD and there was an option how to split the drive (via a slider - first option) via its included hard drive...
A very good write up Steve. :D
I miss my PS3. One thing that I like about Sony's current consoles (my PS3 and PSP) is that they continuously add more features (value added). I've had my PSP for quite a while and they still add little features every now and then (still waiting for the GPS to...
I usually get clearflex from mcmasters. Cheap as hell.
www.mcmaster.com
Search for this product number.
5231K185
It's clearflex 3/8" ID 1/2" OD.
Can't beat $0.27 per foot. Shipping is standard $4.50 or so I think.