Q. What different versions of linux are there and which is best.What does the linux os use for word prossecing and other applications?
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The very first Answerer, Mr. Linux gives good info. Open Office is used in Linux. The O-O packages in the two flavors of Linux that I have will allow you to open documents made in Windows Office. "Wine" and "VMWare" allow you to run Windows-based apps in Linux. One or the other will do.
Here's some additional info for you:
While a LOT of folks know about and suggest a newbie to Linux start with Ubuntu or any of it variants, I suggest PCLinuxOS. I've used both PCLOS and Kubuntu and have found that while the Kubuntu is a tiny bit more robust in it's looks, PCLOS does the same thing and is somewhat easier to use right off the bat. BUT, I was able to figure out how to navigate in Kubuntu in short order!...just not as quickly as the PCLOS.
I also found the PCLOS to be a lighter OS than Kubuntu which seems a bit bloated slowing it slightly....at least from the ROM tray.
To find out more about Linux you can visit and go through these websites for a start on you education about Linux:
http://www.linux.org
http://www.linux.com
http://www.ubuntu.com
http://www.pclinuxos.com
Within the linux.org site you can find a Linux User Group in your area so you can go to their FREE meetings and learn from those who USE different flavors of Linux and have first hand experience with Linux in general as well as other computer related issues. The LUG that I attend has been invaluable for me! On my very first visit to one of their meetings I came home with bootable cd/dvds of PCLinuxOS 2007, Kubuntu 7.04 (the lastest versions to date) and two monitors all for FREE!
Once you've gone through the DistroWatch site that Mr. Linux gave you, you can then research further the flavors that interest you by going to their own websites to learn even more about them.
The very first Answerer, Mr. Linux gives good info. Open Office is used in Linux. The O-O packages in the two flavors of Linux that I have will allow you to open documents made in Windows Office. "Wine" and "VMWare" allow you to run Windows-based apps in Linux. One or the other will do.
Here's some additional info for you:
While a LOT of folks know about and suggest a newbie to Linux start with Ubuntu or any of it variants, I suggest PCLinuxOS. I've used both PCLOS and Kubuntu and have found that while the Kubuntu is a tiny bit more robust in it's looks, PCLOS does the same thing and is somewhat easier to use right off the bat. BUT, I was able to figure out how to navigate in Kubuntu in short order!...just not as quickly as the PCLOS.
I also found the PCLOS to be a lighter OS than Kubuntu which seems a bit bloated slowing it slightly....at least from the ROM tray.
To find out more about Linux you can visit and go through these websites for a start on you education about Linux:
http://www.linux.org
http://www.linux.com
http://www.ubuntu.com
http://www.pclinuxos.com
Within the linux.org site you can find a Linux User Group in your area so you can go to their FREE meetings and learn from those who USE different flavors of Linux and have first hand experience with Linux in general as well as other computer related issues. The LUG that I attend has been invaluable for me! On my very first visit to one of their meetings I came home with bootable cd/dvds of PCLinuxOS 2007, Kubuntu 7.04 (the lastest versions to date) and two monitors all for FREE!
Once you've gone through the DistroWatch site that Mr. Linux gave you, you can then research further the flavors that interest you by going to their own websites to learn even more about them.
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little red
my daughter just got a computer for school...but before they took all of their info off....they installed linux free spire.....I don't even knoe what this is......but any ways It won't let me install anything to it....this computer is going to be used to play store games pretty much all the time....
anyone know how to help me with this one...
and just to let you know I'm computer dumb when it comes to things like this....so if you could tell me in the simplest form it would be very kind of you....
My daughter is 13....her school is updating their computers and did a drawing for the kids to get one of the older ones for free.....
this puter is not connected to the net......it will be used for preschool, (learning games) arts and crafts, and microsoft words.....
our kids are only to be on the computer a hour at a time....we're not one of those parents that lets their kids run rampid on the puter.....looking up whatever they want.....
they also don't know that much about the linux system....except when they were working on a paper for school....I just want to know how to get rid of linux and put back to windows
Answer
OK I will try to explain in the simplest terms. Linux Free Spire is an Operating system (OS) that is completely different than Microsoft XP or Vista or the operating system called Leopard (OSX) that runs on Apple computers. These are the most common OS on the market.
Software that you normally use on these other Operating Systems will not work on Linux. Linux is an operating system that is generally used by much more technically savvy people. Because the Linux OS is a community developed OS, computers with this software sell for a lot less. The seller should have explained this to you when they tried to sell you the computer. This is definately not an OS for a beginner unless your daughter will only be using word programs, spreadsheets and e-mail. The OS also has good gaming, but there are relative few applications that have been developed for Linux.
You appear to be trying to install software that works on a typical PC for Microsoft 2000 or XP operating system. Those programs will not work typically on the Linux operating system unless you buy software to integrate the application you are trying to load.
If you are "Computer Dumb," as you indicate, this computer and OS is NOT for you! If this is an operating system your daughter requested and has experience using, my hats off. But I have never seen a student that is not extremely very techo savvy buy a Computer with a Linux OS.
If you agree with my assessment, I believe your best bet is to return the computer ASAP for a more expensive desktop computer that has XP as an operating system. If your daughter is a student, she or you should be able to get an educational discount through her school for buying XP on the web or somewhere.
The reason why I suggest XP is because there are less expensive hardware requirements with this operating system and it is designed in a way that actually performs better than Vista. I believe the last day you can purchase XP is June 30.
For desktop computers, you maybe able to get XP pre-loaded or give them XP you purchase for less. If you believe you daughter will grow out of this new computer in 3 years, I would suggest getting the retail version for about $180. A student version will cost about $80.
Based on what I understand, it appears your daughter is very young-say under 10 years old or around there. If that is the case, I ask you to beware in using the computer to play games you buy in retail stores. I say this because those games continually keep demanding for greater hardware requirements that end up becoming costly in requiring you to perpetually upgrade your computer.
It is for that reason, I would advise you, after you return your computer and buy a new one, to consider using the computer primarily for her classes and web surfing, chatting and communication. For games, I would suggest buying a separate console like Xbox, Wii or whatever. It will be far cheaper in the long run if that is your goal.
Also, if you do buy games for your daughter, you must first make sure the system requirements on the box are what your computer has.
If your daughter is in High School, you do not need to be buying her computer games. At that age, she will know what games she likes and have friends that can help her.
I would suggest return the Computer and get one that has XP as an operating system. A lot depends on what she is using it for.
Another suggestion is to keep the computer in a central are where your can monitor her.
Take care and I wish you luck. You seem like a great mom who truly cares and loves her daughter and wants to do everything you can to help her grow.
For a very young, used computers can be very good also and they are very inexpensive if you are on a budget.
OK I will try to explain in the simplest terms. Linux Free Spire is an Operating system (OS) that is completely different than Microsoft XP or Vista or the operating system called Leopard (OSX) that runs on Apple computers. These are the most common OS on the market.
Software that you normally use on these other Operating Systems will not work on Linux. Linux is an operating system that is generally used by much more technically savvy people. Because the Linux OS is a community developed OS, computers with this software sell for a lot less. The seller should have explained this to you when they tried to sell you the computer. This is definately not an OS for a beginner unless your daughter will only be using word programs, spreadsheets and e-mail. The OS also has good gaming, but there are relative few applications that have been developed for Linux.
You appear to be trying to install software that works on a typical PC for Microsoft 2000 or XP operating system. Those programs will not work typically on the Linux operating system unless you buy software to integrate the application you are trying to load.
If you are "Computer Dumb," as you indicate, this computer and OS is NOT for you! If this is an operating system your daughter requested and has experience using, my hats off. But I have never seen a student that is not extremely very techo savvy buy a Computer with a Linux OS.
If you agree with my assessment, I believe your best bet is to return the computer ASAP for a more expensive desktop computer that has XP as an operating system. If your daughter is a student, she or you should be able to get an educational discount through her school for buying XP on the web or somewhere.
The reason why I suggest XP is because there are less expensive hardware requirements with this operating system and it is designed in a way that actually performs better than Vista. I believe the last day you can purchase XP is June 30.
For desktop computers, you maybe able to get XP pre-loaded or give them XP you purchase for less. If you believe you daughter will grow out of this new computer in 3 years, I would suggest getting the retail version for about $180. A student version will cost about $80.
Based on what I understand, it appears your daughter is very young-say under 10 years old or around there. If that is the case, I ask you to beware in using the computer to play games you buy in retail stores. I say this because those games continually keep demanding for greater hardware requirements that end up becoming costly in requiring you to perpetually upgrade your computer.
It is for that reason, I would advise you, after you return your computer and buy a new one, to consider using the computer primarily for her classes and web surfing, chatting and communication. For games, I would suggest buying a separate console like Xbox, Wii or whatever. It will be far cheaper in the long run if that is your goal.
Also, if you do buy games for your daughter, you must first make sure the system requirements on the box are what your computer has.
If your daughter is in High School, you do not need to be buying her computer games. At that age, she will know what games she likes and have friends that can help her.
I would suggest return the Computer and get one that has XP as an operating system. A lot depends on what she is using it for.
Another suggestion is to keep the computer in a central are where your can monitor her.
Take care and I wish you luck. You seem like a great mom who truly cares and loves her daughter and wants to do everything you can to help her grow.
For a very young, used computers can be very good also and they are very inexpensive if you are on a budget.
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