Re: Why RedHat distribution.

Kevin M Bealer (kmb203@psu.edu)
Thu, 20 Jun 1996 22:40:21 -0400 (EDT)


On Wed, 19 Jun 1996, hab wrote:

> Why do I ask that on the Kernel list?
> This is where I first heard of it.
> I am interested in Kernel developers views.
> Linus uses it on at least one machine.
> A kernel without compatible software isn't worth much.
> I have seen criticism here about non free software.
> I can't seem to get on the RedHat mailing list.
> Others who follow this list like me are interested in Why people we respect are
> using it?
>
> I've tried it and have mixed feelings about it.
>
> PRO's Cons
> RPM where is Packages.rpm
> Current Doesn't recognize VFAT
> Install init custom Where is Install init Source
> Source and Binaries Availble Can't use them without Packages.rpm
>
> I would like to use it but right now I am feeling bullied into buying a book
> with it's outlandish $5.95 shipping charge.
>
> Hubert Bahr

You may also want to look into Debian Linux. Look at http://www.debian.org.

Note, I have not tried RedHat so I am not saying Debian is /better/... But I
think Debian is /good/.

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