Lindows

Sylvan Sorrow · January 31st, 2002, 08:16

For all of you who don't know about this, like me 2 days ago, check out lindows.com Its a new OS being developed be the founder of Mp3.com (god he has got to have some money up is sleeves, wish I founded it) and it Runs both Linuz and Windows software, not a windows emulator based on linux, but modified code so the it actually runs the windows code like windows would, amazingly this is not a copyright infringement of anything. BUT MS is STILL trying to sue them based on the fact that they are "trying to confuse consumers" by having a name similar windows, and that doing to is a copyright infringement. Alone, this is like no case, and Lindows.com you just defend with a poll of consumers, buut instead they are actually attacking MS, by showing that many of thier competitors have used the Windows name or Logo on thier products, and many experts believe that MS trying to sue Lindows for a close copy of thier name, will actually result in MS losing rights to Windows as a copyrighted name, which I think is the best case scenario, but I doubt it will happen, to good to be true.

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Takmadeus · January 31st, 2002, 08:20

well....

first of all: HI RYOGA!!!!! haven't seen you in a while!

after all this crap:

well, that OS seems to be a good choice, because it would combine the best of both worlds.... as for the trademark, nah! I don't think that M$ will be able to win the race, it would be stupid..... and the name goes fine with the product......

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**Demigod** · January 31st, 2002, 08:26

All I'm interested in is if it can run Win32 games as good as Windows 9x. I couldn't much care for Linux, since Windows NT gives me all the security and stability I need.

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**Shiori** · January 31st, 2002, 08:36

A rare avatar change.

Anyways, I second Demigod's opinion on this....

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Badaro · January 31st, 2002, 13:18

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Originally posted by Ryoga
For all of you who don't know about this, like me 2 days ago, check out lindows.com Its a new OS being developed be the founder of Mp3.com (god he has got to have some money up is sleeves, wish I founded it) and it Runs both Linuz and Windows software, not a windows emulator based on linux, but modified code so the it actually runs the windows code like windows would, amazingly this is not a copyright infringement of anything.

FYI, there was a (paid) beta release of it a while ago. And from what I read, this version was litte more than Linux + Wine.

Edit: The article I saw is here.

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**Demigod** · January 31st, 2002, 19:06

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A rare avatar change.

Yeah.. I thought that Tifa one was getting kinda old, although I do love Tifa (and who wouldn't

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CD · January 31st, 2002, 20:23

Lindows is nothing more than a stock distro with a pretty installer, renamed shortcuts, settings importation, and a custom WINE build.

It has nothing you couldn't run/install on any other Linux distribution. Heck, it's custom WINE can pop right into any other one just fine. And that's about all it's good for.

As for games, I don't know if Lindows will include WineX, but of course, you can just grab it yourself, or install a distro that has it.

Lindows is not for the reluctant-to-try-something-else Windows user at all. Those users should stick to Windows, or just try a normal distribution. Lindows offers nothing super-exclusive, and is relatively useless unless installed alongside Windows a la BeOS.

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ebola · February 1st, 2002, 04:58

I have to disagree. I think its a good step. Atleast they are attempting to do something different. Best of both world is an exageration. Now if they continue to upgrade the software it might be something worth looking into in a few years when our lightning fast computers seem old and slow.

CD · February 1st, 2002, 20:07

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Originally posted by ebola
I have to disagree. I think its a good step. Atleast they are attempting to do something different. Best of both world is an exageration. Now if they continue to upgrade the software it might be something worth looking into in a few years when our lightning fast computers seem old and slow.

But they aren't doing anything new. They're just using a semi-moderately custom build of WINE. Nothing new, things like this have existed for quite some time. Read the URLs I've so graciously included before just going with the 'good for them' stance.

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**CpU MasteR** · February 1st, 2002, 21:58

Quote:

Originally posted by Ryoga
For all of you who don't know about this, like me 2 days ago, check out lindows.com Its a new OS being developed be the founder of Mp3.com (god he has got to have some money up is sleeves, wish I founded it) and it Runs both Linuz and Windows software, not a windows emulator based on linux, but modified code so the it actually runs the windows code like windows would, amazingly this is not a copyright infringement of anything. BUT MS is STILL trying to sue them based on the fact that they are "trying to confuse consumers" by having a name similar windows, and that doing to is a copyright infringement. Alone, this is like no case, and Lindows.com you just defend with a poll of consumers, buut instead they are actually attacking MS, by showing that many of thier competitors have used the Windows name or Logo on thier products, and many experts believe that MS trying to sue Lindows for a close copy of thier name, will actually result in MS losing rights to Windows as a copyrighted name, which I think is the best case scenario, but I doubt it will happen, to good to be true.

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I think it is Great that there is now a alternative to windows... But How dowe know it will run as good as windows?

404 · February 1st, 2002, 23:29

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Originally posted by CD
Lindows is nothing more than a stock distro with a pretty installer, renamed shortcuts, settings importation, and a custom WINE build.

It has nothing you couldn't run/install on any other Linux distribution. Heck, it's custom WINE can pop right into any other one just fine. And that's about all it's good for.

yup read this on Neowin - they talked this a while ago

it's nothing but a customized WINE - But far from the 'perfect' Windows.

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Badaro · February 2nd, 2002, 00:08

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Originally posted by CpU MasteR

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I think it is Great that there is now a alternative to windows... But How dowe know it will run as good as windows?

/me thinks you should read the rest of the thread.

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wanderer · February 2nd, 2002, 15:56

Technically I've been able to run programs like adobe, and some others in wine.

Lindows is a very dangerous os. It runs in root, which is prone to hacking.

It gives linux a bad name... go figure. :eyes:

password0k · February 3rd, 2002, 05:35

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Originally posted by CpU MasteR
Heres One Way to Kick Bill Gates In the Balls.... That Bastard
I think it is Great that there is now a alternative to windows... But How dowe know it will run as good as windows?

Is Linux not an alternative to windows?
It may be nothing special, but they're on the right track. Eventually, they'll probably come out with something that truly is special. (Maybe)

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CD · February 3rd, 2002, 05:52

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It may be nothing special, but they're on the right track. Eventually, they'll probably come out with something that truly is special. (Maybe)

A subpar distro with potential security holes, that simply offers things most *nix users already have is not 'the right track'. Heck, Lindows is nothing unless you install it 'beside' Windows. And then, what really is the point? Easy Linux distributions already exist. If you have that much of an interest in the platform, try one. It's much better than hanging all over something that's just been blown out of porportion.

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a_tlee · February 4th, 2002, 18:51

Y'know, one of my Comp Sci. profs told me about this "project". He said it had been in development for years now. He also said that there were no real updates in the past few monthes. Plus, they're charge a fee if you want to register to get updates. He also implied that it was probably just a scam; it's just more vapourware.

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Sylvan Sorrow The weeping forest Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: not sure, lost Posts: 1,083	Lindows For all of you who don't know about this, like me 2 days ago, check out lindows.com Its a new OS being developed be the founder of Mp3.com (god he has got to have some money up is sleeves, wish I founded it) and it Runs both Linuz and Windows software, not a windows emulator based on linux, but modified code so the it actually runs the windows code like windows would, amazingly this is not a copyright infringement of anything. BUT MS is STILL trying to sue them based on the fact that they are "trying to confuse consumers" by having a name similar windows, and that doing to is a copyright infringement. Alone, this is like no case, and Lindows.com you just defend with a poll of consumers, buut instead they are actually attacking MS, by showing that many of thier competitors have used the Windows name or Logo on thier products, and many experts believe that MS trying to sue Lindows for a close copy of thier name, will actually result in MS losing rights to Windows as a copyrighted name, which I think is the best case scenario, but I doubt it will happen, to good to be true. __________________ "Death isn't the handicap it used to be" -Lister, "Red Dwarf" "I can live through anything, even death, but Ill never get out of life alive." Thanks to Philia for her really talented drawing of Cecil (past avatar), vister her art thread Here Check out www.slightlydark.com good non-liscenced game music. formerly known as Ryoga.

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January 31st, 2002, 08:20	#2
Takmadeus Translator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: In real life Posts: 4,057	well.... first of all: HI RYOGA!!!!! haven't seen you in a while! after all this crap: well, that OS seems to be a good choice, because it would combine the best of both worlds.... as for the trademark, nah! I don't think that M$ will be able to win the race, it would be stupid..... and the name goes fine with the product...... __________________ Made with the GIMP

January 31st, 2002, 08:26	#3
Demigod これはバタスです Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 6,331	All I'm interested in is if it can run Win32 games as good as Windows 9x. I couldn't much care for Linux, since Windows NT gives me all the security and stability I need. __________________ CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 Mobo: Intel DX48BT2 Memory: 4096 MB PC10600 DDR3 Videocard: PNY Geforce 9800 GX2 Soundcard: On-board SigmaTel High Definition Audio Hard drive: 120 GB OCZ RevoDrive PCI-E SSD & 1 TB Hitachi Optical drive: LG GGW-H20L (2x BD-R DL) PSU: Nexus 1000 Watt PSU OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit) Proud millionaire folder of the NGEmu folding team

January 31st, 2002, 08:36	#4
Shiori :3 Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Seoul, South Korea Posts: 10,128	A rare avatar change. Anyways, I second Demigod's opinion on this.... __________________ My PC specs: AMD Athlon Thunderbird 1.1 Ghz, ECS Elitegroup K7S5A, 256MB PC133 SDRAM, Geforce2 MX200 32MB, 20GB Seagate, Windows XP Pro. Ok, what else... Shiori figurine on top of case, assorted anime stickers on the side, lazy tabby cat on top of monitor.

January 31st, 2002, 20:23	#7
CD Gunslinger Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Mid-World Posts: 965	Lindows is nothing more than a stock distro with a pretty installer, renamed shortcuts, settings importation, and a custom WINE build. It has nothing you couldn't run/install on any other Linux distribution. Heck, it's custom WINE can pop right into any other one just fine. And that's about all it's good for. As for games, I don't know if Lindows will include WineX, but of course, you can just grab it yourself, or install a distro that has it. Lindows is not for the reluctant-to-try-something-else Windows user at all. Those users should stick to Windows, or just try a normal distribution. Lindows offers nothing super-exclusive, and is relatively useless unless installed alongside Windows a la BeOS. __________________ The man in black fled across the desert, and the gunslinger followed...

February 1st, 2002, 04:58	#8
ebola Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chanhassen, MN Posts: 900	I have to disagree. I think its a good step. Atleast they are attempting to do something different. Best of both world is an exageration. Now if they continue to upgrade the software it might be something worth looking into in a few years when our lightning fast computers seem old and slow.

February 2nd, 2002, 15:56	#13
wanderer Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Philippines Posts: 146	Technically I've been able to run programs like adobe, and some others in wine. Lindows is a very dangerous os. It runs in root, which is prone to hacking. It gives linux a bad name... go figure. :eyes:

February 4th, 2002, 18:51	#16
a_tlee Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Victoria Posts: 1	Y'know, one of my Comp Sci. profs told me about this "project". He said it had been in development for years now. He also said that there were no real updates in the past few monthes. Plus, they're charge a fee if you want to register to get updates. He also implied that it was probably just a scam; it's just more vapourware.