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I've been using GNU/Linux as my primary operating system for many years. At my last job I used Microsoft Windows as my desktop operating system for about the first year, but was able to gradually convince my boss that I'd be more productive using GNU/Linux. When I started at OSU, I used Microsoft Windows for the first couple of months, because that's what I was given, before installing GNU/Linux onto my machine. On the whole, I do think I'm more productive using GNU/Linux as my desktop client: it's been super reliable for me, and largely problem free through all the upgrades I've performed....
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My home network consists of two Linksys WRT54G wireless routers, a Linksys NSLU2 network storage device, a Mac Mini running MythTV, and laptops for each member of the house. All but one of these devices use 802.11 wireless networking....
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I've been eyeing the Linksys NSLU2 for a little while, contemplating its use as a file server for the house. I'm attracted to the (extremely!) small form factor, the low power consumption, and the fact that Debian is fully supported on it (see Debian on the Linksys NSLU2). I'm not keen on actually buying it, though, especially since I still own a Shuttle XPS small form factor PC. I'm also worried that the NSLU2 will ultimately prove to be underpowered for my goals....
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