What is a good unix based OS for an old laptop?
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a few links to help out\n\npuppy linux : http://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=puppy\nalinux : http://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=alinux\ndamm small linux : http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/\nfeather linux : http://featherlinux.berlios.de/about.htm\n\nAmong these puppy linux seems to be the best..have fun
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if u have a spare copy of xp u can make a customised version of it 2 run on older machines,u should install nlite \nwww.nliteos.com    u will b surprised how well it will run
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The best free OS is probably one of the many versions (read distro or distribution in Linux-speak) of Linux.  One of my consistent favorites has been Fedora as this distribution has perhaps the greatest flexibility and options for use.  Ease of use variants of Linux are Linspire (this used to be called Lindows), Mandrake/Mandriva and Xandros.  There is also a version of Xandros (Xandros Desktop Deluxe) that is sold for about $100 that includes software (CodeWeavers Crossover Office*) that will permit you to run some Windows applications. An open source application called WINE (Wine is Not an Emulator) will also give you the ability to run some Windows applications from a Linux install, but I don't recommend this for people who are unfamiliar with Linux or tweaking software. \n\nThe short answer is the best free OS is Linux, but with 150 or so distributions available, it's possible that you may have that many different preferences (it really comes down to how you define best - e.g. is it the most bundled applications?  the most compatible with Windows? the easiest to use?)  If best for you means ease of use, then you must consider Linspire, Xandros or Mandriva.  If best for you means the greatest flexibility and most bundled applications, then you really should take a look at Fedora.\n\nThe best free operating system that will run Windows programs is ReactOS, although the developers clearly state that this is a project still in the Alpha stage of development (this means that unless you are willing to put up with some technical issues, stick with something else).  The next best would be any distribution of Linux that includes WINE (or a download of it), but again, you'll have to do your homework before using this. \n\nOn a short side note, there are some distributions that permit you to boot to Linux from a cd-rom without installing it on or over your current OS. If your intent is to get the feel of Linux before jumping in, you may want to consider this option. While there are several that will permit you to do this, the only one I've personally used is Knoppix STD which successfully booted on an old Pentium 233 MHz laptop. Other distros that are cd-bootable are Gnoppix, PC Linux OS, GeeXbox (there are more).\n\nTo look at comparisons and extensive information about the various distributions, one of the best sources is Distrowatch  (http://distrowatch.com/).\n\n*Information about CodeWeavers Crossover Office and other CodeWeavers products can be found at http://www.codeweavers.com - this is not a free product.
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Just buy an older version of an operating system such as Windows 2000.  Or if you don't want to pay anything, maybe you could consider a linux operating system such as Ubuntu or Lindows.
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Could always use a remote client such as Tight vnc, its pretty good, works with windows and unix. Just be careful which ports you leave open ;-)\n\nphil\n\nps. its open source
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lookup the man pages for "ls", "sort" and possibly "exec"\n\nthese commands can everything you're asking.  every answer is less than 100 characters on a single line.\n\n have fun!  welcome to unix
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Don't pick this answer.\nGo to the Open Source Community. Put in the query. \nTry Redhat, SuSE and Debian.\nGo to BSD.
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What Operating System?!?!?!?
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Most flavours have "live disc" available which allow you to run and experiment without having to install (ie, booting from disc). Have a play with a few and see which suits you best. The only 'nix version I ever really liked was SUSE, but have had to stick with Windows in the end - couldn't do my job on Linux ...too many software limitations
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You can use Linux operating system for free. you can also use some Linux live CDs like Knoppix or Slax.
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Look on ebay. In most cases an older laptop with P4 (1.4 - 1.8 GHz), 512MB Ram, 30 - 40 GB HD, DVD/CD-RW will do it. You should get 'em for $600 - 700. Look for\nIBM Thinkpad\nSony Vaio\nHP Omnibook
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Depends on what you want to use it for. If graphic design or music is your main reason for getting a computer then a Macintosh would be a good choice. But if you need compatibility with the broad range or software in the market, a PC running would be the better choice. If you a programmer, forget Macintosh OSX and Windows and get Linux :-)
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Hi there,\n\nAIX is IBM's OS for quite a few of their custom made boxes as well as their database, DB2.\n\nWhile the basic AIX running & administration is the same as an Linux/Unix, quite of a few of the commands have different names and not all of the linux functionality is available.\nSince you have not specified an AIX version (and there is not much difference in admin between versions), you can get a jump start at http://delfin.klte.hu/aixdocs/normal/nav/Books/nav_13.htm\n\nIf you are willing to spend money, there are good books on the subject on amazon :\nhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=br_ss_hs/002-1185917-5294442?platform=gurupa&url=index%3Dblended&keywords=aix+administration
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Well, depending on the OS you want to use ie, Windows Server or a Linux / UNIX Distro, there are allot of resources for setting up a server, there are many different types of servers as well, web server, ftp server app server, mail server, dhcp / dns, and so on. \nI would suggest a Linux / UNIX distro running Samba 3, that will allow communication between Windows and UNIX. \n\nhttp://www.freebsd.org is a good reference with allot of tutorials on how to accomplish what you need. best part, it is free.
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Your question is the probably wrong question to ask.\n\nWhat you should ask yourself, what applications do I want to run and find a machine that runs it.\n\nBut, if you don't care about what applications you run, Linux is currently more robust and secure than Windows which is very vunerable to Spyware, Trojans, Viruses, etc.\n\nYou have to be a bit of a Geek to be able to manage a Linux system.  On the other hand, you have to be a bit of a wizard to manage a Windows machine...\n\nThe Macintosh runs an OS similar to Linux, but has a nicer frontend on top of it, so I think the Macintosh is a better choice.\n\nBest thing to do is try them out if you can.
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you mean online ?\ntry yahoo search engine .. "UNIX" beginners
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No way !!!\nMac OS only works for Mac Machines. . .\nYou only can do with your PC is that install Unix or Linix if you don't want to use Windows!!!