I thought linux was free? is this still true? if so please give me the link to download it.
2006-09-28 11:44:00 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
310 FREE versions, here http://livecdlist.com
500 FREE versions here http://distrowatch.com
MY favorite: http://pclinuxos.com
Linux Users Groups, free, here http://lugww.counter.li.org
2006-09-28 11:49:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, there are many free versions of Linux. Some of the more popular are RedHat, Suse, and Mandrake. Also, it is very stable and essentially malware and virus free. There's a reason that so many big businesses use Linux machines as servers. The trouble however lies in new user usability. It can be very different from what you are used to. And with a free download, you aren't going to get tech support. You can buy support if you want though. But if you are looking to save money, you can get Linux, learn it, and then download all of the free Linux apps available online such as Open Office.
2006-09-28 11:58:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are hundreds of distributions, most of which you can download free, or you can look up Ubuntu, who will even ship you free CDs. Ignore the person who said it isn't stable. If you go with one of the distros that's made to be bleeding edge, sure some things can happen, but in general a good Linux is a very stable platform.
Many of the distros have boxed sets you can buy, and for the money you get a printed manual (which can be good if you're starting out), and installation support.
distrowatch.com has lots of info on lots of different ones.
2006-09-28 11:55:30 · answer #3 · answered by Ken H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most Linux versions are free. However how companies make money is charging for cd's and tech support.
As in you can search for Redhat Linux and get it for free from the internet or buy it from them and get some help installing it.
2006-09-28 11:52:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are various "distributions" of Linux and maximum of them are loose. Ubuntu is the most primary if you're new to Linux. Linux Mint is depending off Ubuntu, they have only replaced some issues about the person interface. you do not favor to format your stress before, only placed the disk in and the installer comes with a partitioner that help you to format your problematic stress and set up any walls you want. there is also this variety of element s a "stay" disk. both Mint and Ubuntu have this. What takes position is you boot your computing gadget off the stay disk and it help you to attempt the OS without enhancing your problematic stress in any respect. then you actually can flow again to abode windows later in case you want. Please be conscious it is going to run slowly because CD drives are a lot a lot slower than problematic drives. once you position in it to the problematic stress it will be very quick.
2016-11-25 01:19:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Linux is free like a puppy is free.
2006-09-28 12:04:05 · answer #6 · answered by Dr.Mr.Ed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some versions are free some are not.
You can download from here http://www.novell.com/linux/download_linux.html
2006-09-28 11:46:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, it's free. but it's not stable.
2006-09-28 11:48:58 · answer #8 · answered by lomatar1186 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋