Honestly if you are worried that much about hackers and identity theft then listen. If a hacker would want to break into your computer and I mean a good one then there is no FireWall product out there to stop him. Hackers live, eat, breathe and shit your OS’s code they know it inside and out.

My point is get protection software no matter what you go with and you’ll be fine.
I don’t use any firewalls or anti-viruses because I know what I do with my computer.

Did you even read our author’s article? He states very cleary that Linux is more for the hobbyist/computer programming enthusiast. He (or she – I cannot find the author’s name) fairly weighs both the disadvantages and advantage of Linux and you, James, don’t even reference/realize that you and our author are in agreement when it comes to recommending Windows for users that simply want to take their new computer out of it’s package and start using it right away, and also have adequate access to ready-made, easy-to-download or install applications and upgrades.

I think it’s great that you are compassionate towards other users and want to ensure we are all well-informed; though, I do suggest that you A) more thoroughly read the article to which you will respond, and B) learn how to spell, proof-read, and how to write a pursuasive argument —I’d like to know how much money you make, and what kid of job you have if you are so ignorant as to suggest people using old computer hardware need to find better jobs. I’m not going to waste my time helping you understand how the intelligent brain works (and no, I don’t think I am of superior intelligence because I find Linux interesting — I haven’t used a Linux-based computer since Windows ‘94 came out).

For those of you interested, I find this information extremely helpful. I am looking for a good netbook to buy and I have found that the Linux-based computers come with more of the features I want and still boast an affordable price. Why am I looking for a good price? Because my $3,500 fully configured home laptop is too heavy to take to Europe with me, and I also don’t want to risk breaking it or losing it. James may be thinking, “well, why can’t I just buy a new one if that happens.” Think about that one yourself. I don’t have all day to explain the obvious.
I came to this site because I was worried I wouldn’t be able t work the linux-based netbooks with enough ease; but I am now confident that Linux will be easy enough to navigate for all my uses of my complimentary laptop. I also do find the programming world to be quite interesting, and it is fun to explore how to create and adapt programs and work with various platforms.
I know that one great feature of Linux (on a desktop) is that it allows the computer to run at much lower temperatures. Overheating a a concern of mine, and doesn anyone know if Linux-run laptops and/or netbooks produce significantly less heat? Thank you!

Mike, I find your comments to be very helpful. It is a bit harsh that you really think the author is trying to say that Linux users are superior people and Windows users are lazy good-for-nothings. Isn’t it obvious that term ‘Windows USERS’ is never used interchangeably with any term used to reference or address Windows DEVELOPERS and PROGRAMMERS?

and i am also adding some
advantages of linux and Disadvantage

Advantage
* linux support multiuser desktop
that means in one time or same time multipule user can work beathout
quite system.

* linux also support multiple desktop.as if u are workig in terminal 1 and quickly u wat to go terminal 2 than you can go easyly.beathout effect terminal 1.

*linux more security then other oprating system .

*linux is case sensetive oprting system.

*linux oprating system pass crass the os test 90% which is very enougth i think as i knows
any one os cant pass crass the os test near about up to 90%

*linusx os is faster than other oprating system (1.223)times

*linux as you know open sorce oprating system ,which kind you want then you can made like that oprating system..and work with enjoy…

*it is virus free os.

Disadvantage

*Driver capability

*More expensive than other os

*Not userfriendly os .

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