Not exactly a Debian only topic but where else is the degree of experience and expertise available besides this Debian list?Last time I bought a computer, I had the sales guy fire it up with my Knoppix CD in it. I wasn't able to test the modem, but I was able to run pppconfig and see that the modem was not autodetected. Everything else, sound, ethernet, etc (don't believe I tested APM) worked fine. Of course, this won't work for individual pieces if you're building your own, and may not work depending on what test-setup is available at the store, or if you're buying online. As a side benefit, I was able to "sell" the sales guy on Knoppix. (I may have even left him a copy; I can't remember).
Suppose someone wants to put together or buy a computer ---something that is fully compatible with Linux.....no makedo patches such as for winmodems or other components, etc---how can you make sure you're getting what you want?
What are the indicators that will tell us whether the components are fully Linux compatible, whether they are part of a ready to run Windows computer, a systemless computer, a bare bones box, or one that you build from scratch?
Is there something that prevents manufacturers from clearly stating that a product is fully suitable for Linux? It's done for MS Windows. Is this some kind of legal or technical issue, or is it some kind of 'business arrangement'?
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a notice or disclaimer that clearly stated, "100% suitable for Linux" or "Not suitable for Linux"
With the universal recognition and use of Linux as an operating system, it seems strange that you don't see components or a whole computer clearly identified as fully suitable for Linux even though
it may have MS Windows installed.
alex
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