[butre]

On a semi-related note, I'm currently installing Nexenta on one of my systems. It Debian GNU/Solaris because that's just fucking cool

[Eleventeen]

To the point, you should try Ubuntu in Virtualbox or VMWare at the very least.

[AmericanInfantry]

What exactly is Virtualbox?

[Van-man]

AmericanInfantry posted:

What exactly is Virtualbox?

http://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Virtualization
Emulates a physical computer with software.
You're basically running a computer inside/on your current computer.

inb4 yodawg

[AmericanInfantry]

So, if I get Ubuntu and then VB, I can use any Windows software on Ubuntu without a dualboot?

[Van-man]

AmericanInfantry posted:

So, if I get Ubuntu and then VB, I can use any Windows software on Ubuntu without a dualboot?

Ofcourse it'll run slower, because you're running 2 operative Systems at once, but yeah.

[AmericanInfantry]

Now to decide whether or not I should either dualboot, use VB, or use an emulator or whatever (like WINE).

[Takkun10]

AmericanInfantry posted:

Now to decide whether or not I should either dualboot, use VB, or use an emulator or whatever (like WINE).

I would just dual boot because it is much easier and less work.

[Van-man]

Takkun10 posted:

I would just dual boot because it is much easier and less work.

Unless you switch between windows and Linux Based applications frequently.

[AmericanInfantry]

Most likely I'd be doing that. So I could do VB?

Is it possible to have Ubuntu as the main OS and Windows in VB, rather than the other way around?

[Takkun10]

Van-man posted:

Unless you switch between windows and Linux Based applications frequently.

Well if you have a large hard drive you could just put both VB and wine on the OS's and than if you can't spare the 2 minutes it takes to reboot and switch.

[Van-man]

Takkun10 posted:

Well if you have a large hard drive you could just put both VB and wine on the OS's and than if you can't spare the 2 minutes it takes to reboot and switch.

Been there, done that.
It becomes tedious in the long run.
Ended up running windows as main OS, and Linux under VB.

[butre]

I just ended up completely ditching windows.

[ddrl46]

Just use windows if the only thing you want is to run windows programs.

[AmericanInfantry]

Yeah, but I want to be able to use Windows in VB under Ubuntu.

In simple terms, Ubuntu would be the main OS but I have Windows in VB. Is there any possible way to do that? Once I get my computer I will test that.

[Zayfox]

AmericanInfantry posted:

or use an emulator or whatever (like WINE).

[Baldr]

Zayfox if you haven't got any thing to add to this topic, please fuck off and stay away. Your post are starting to look like trolling...

[Takkun10]

AmericanInfantry posted:

Yeah, but I want to be able to use Windows in VB under Ubuntu.

In simple terms, Ubuntu would be the main OS but I have Windows in VB. Is there any possible way to do that? Once I get my computer I will test that.

What programs do you even want to run in windows? Games?

[gparent]

Baldr posted:

Zayfox if you haven't got any thing to add to this topic, please fuck off and stay away. Your post are starting to look like trolling...

Wine isn't an emulator. He's facepalming at that statement.

[Van-man]

AmericanInfantry posted:

Yeah, but I want to be able to use Windows in VB under Ubuntu.

In simple terms, Ubuntu would be the main OS but I have Windows in VB. Is there any possible way to do that? Once I get my computer I will test that.

What programs/games do you want to run in your Windows VB??

[AmericanInfantry]

I want to run programs that otherwise couldn't work in Windows. I'll explain why. The computer I am going to be given is for my own use. It is technically free because I have a visual impairment (laugh it up, I'm handicapped a bit) but can still do stuff such as play CSS or whatever without the use of visual aids. This program I am wanting to run in Windows VB (ZoomText) is a screen magnifier that I can use whenever I would have to see something small, like in a website. I heard that Ubuntu has this free magnifier called Orca but it is buggy. Basically I want to use Ubuntu as my main OS but have Windows as sort of a "visual aid" OS, if you will. Either that or just find free alternatives and ditch Windows altogether which is what I want to do. I am wanting to do that for security reasons and also because Windows is not very good, in my opinion.

I can find free alternatives on my own and stick with just Ubuntu. I really do want to ditch Windows so I will keep looking. This might have been slightly off-topic but it explains the only reason why I want Windows with Ubuntu. Like I said, I'll keep looking.

Thank you all for reading the pathetic reason why I want Windows but then again want to ditch it.

[Van-man]

AmericanInfantry posted:

I want to run programs that otherwise couldn't work in Windows. I'll explain why. The computer I am going to be given is for my own use. It is technically free because I have a visual impairment (laugh it up, I'm handicapped a bit) but can still do stuff such as play CSS or whatever without the use of visual aids. This program I am wanting to run in Windows VB (ZoomText) is a screen magnifier that I can use whenever I would have to see something small, like in a website. I heard that Ubuntu has this free magnifier called Orca but it is buggy. Basically I want to use Ubuntu as my main OS but have Windows as sort of a "visual aid" OS, if you will. Either that or just find free alternatives and ditch Windows altogether which is what I want to do. I am wanting to do that for security reasons and also because Windows is not very good, in my opinion.

I can find free alternatives on my own and stick with just Ubuntu. I really do want to ditch Windows so I will keep looking. This might have been slightly off-topic but it explains the only reason why I want Windows with Ubuntu. Like I said, I'll keep looking.

Thank you all for reading the pathetic reason why I want Windows but then again want to ditch it.

Well you'll have to use a browser in the windows VB then.

[PvtCupcakes]

AmericanInfantry posted:

I heard that Ubuntu has this free magnifier called Orca but it is buggy.

Are you saying you haven't tried Orca, and you just heard it was buggy? Or you tried Orca and it was buggy.

If you haven't tried it, you should.

I think Compiz has some screen magnifiers built in as well.
You'd just install compiz control panel and go to the Accessibility section.

[butre]

Just don't use Xmag, that shit is terrible and will fuck up your eyes even more

[Cluckyx]

AmericanInfantry posted:

I want to run programs that otherwise couldn't work in Windows. I'll explain why. The computer I am going to be given is for my own use. It is technically free because I have a visual impairment (laugh it up, I'm handicapped a bit) but can still do stuff such as play CSS or whatever without the use of visual aids. This program I am wanting to run in Windows VB (ZoomText) is a screen magnifier that I can use whenever I would have to see something small, like in a website. I heard that Ubuntu has this free magnifier called Orca but it is buggy. Basically I want to use Ubuntu as my main OS but have Windows as sort of a "visual aid" OS, if you will. Either that or just find free alternatives and ditch Windows altogether which is what I want to do. I am wanting to do that for security reasons and also because Windows is not very good, in my opinion.

I can find free alternatives on my own and stick with just Ubuntu. I really do want to ditch Windows so I will keep looking. This might have been slightly off-topic but it explains the only reason why I want Windows with Ubuntu. Like I said, I'll keep looking.

Thank you all for reading the pathetic reason why I want Windows but then again want to ditch it.

As part of it's push to be more accessible to as many people as possible, Ubuntu has gone batshit for "Disability" style apps. You have a choice, and there's a pretty good bet you'll find one that works for you.

[AmericanInfantry]

Maybe Ubuntu would be a good choice for me then. I'll use Wine-Doors to use Steam and try Orca out as well. I don't game as much as I used to but I still do that from time or time. And I'll have an Ubuntu CD with me (.iso files mirrored onto it) in case something goes awry.

I still have questions regarding what GNOME/KDE/other GUIs are but I can research that on my own. If there are no more answers to be had, then this thread can die.

[butre]

if you want a desktop interface, get Gnome or XFCE. KDE is terrible and buggy.

The standard Ubuntu installation comes with Gnome, so it might be just what you need.

[AmericanInfantry]

Thanks. GNOME does look nice.

[id3z]

ButtsexV2 posted:

if you want a desktop interface, get Gnome or XFCE. KDE is terrible and buggy.

The standard Ubuntu installation comes with Gnome, so it might be just what you need.

kde isn't that bad. on things that aren't *buntu related.

i quite like kdemod on arch.

[butre]

id3z posted:

kde isn't that bad. on things that aren't *buntu related.

i quite like kdemod on arch.

but he's installing ubuntu. KDE is terrible on ubuntu.

[id3z]

in that case, kde is a pile of shit

[pipodebeuker]

PvtCupcakes posted:

Are you saying you haven't tried Orca, and you just heard it was buggy? Or you tried Orca and it was buggy.

If you haven't tried it, you should.

I think Compiz has some screen magnifiers built in as well.
You'd just install compiz control panel and go to the Accessibility section.

Yes. Compiz is the way to go. It has several magnifiers as well.
If Ubuntu by itself doesn't persuade OP, Compiz Fusion will.

Edited:

You only need to run sudo apt-get install compizconfig-settings-manager

[Eleventeen]

Ubuntu + Compiz is the way to go. It has a great screen magnifier that follows the cursor (like on macs) and other disability options. Also, how exactly are you visually impaired in such a way that you need a magnifier? Why not just have glasses? Meh, I don't know shit about eyes and crap and sorry if it seems rude asking, I'm just curious.

[AmericanInfantry]

I do wear glasses, but a magnifier is for small text and such. It's also to follow the cursor whenever I can't find it (which happens a lot). However, I don't use the programs unless I need them which is rare.

On my own visual impairment, I have macular drag, retinopathy prematurity (was born about 27 weeks gestation), and am very nearsighted. I can still function and hopefully can drive (which is possible).

[dagoth_ur]

AmericanInfantry posted:

Hey guys, when my computer comes back from repair, I want to install Ubuntu on it. I know that I can do that from a CD/flash drive but I'd like to know how, along with the following questions. Please don't tell me to do a Google search, I want information from people who have used it.

1. How do I put Ubuntu on a CD so I can install/uninstall it whenever? Please explain the whole install process.
2. Do I need Linux to run Ubuntu?
3. Is it possible to run certain programs (such as Steam or Windows games) on Ubuntu?
4. Is Ubuntu a good replacement for Windows?
5. Am I able to use ATI/Realtek drivers with Ubuntu? (As my computer came with those in them already.) If not, any free drivers I can download?
6. Is it possible to use a Linksys wireless USB Internet connection with the Ubuntu?
7. Do I need a keyboard/mouse for Ubuntu or can I use the Windows keyboard/mouse?
8. What antivirus software is available for Ubuntu?
9. Post any other comments/answers if you want.

Thanks in advance, guys.

1.Put disc in drive, turn off pc, turn on pc, select one time boot, select cd/dvd drive
2.meh, i don't understand that question, just install ubuntu
3.yes and no, they might work via WINE, if not then you cant
4.No, It's good to have it WITH windows, but not replace
5.if you can connect it to the internet you should be able to sort it
6.I've always found wireless drivers tricky and hard to get working, it requires alot or research and trail and error
7. any old keyboard will do
8.NONE, the way linux/ubuntu is made, it's not susceptable to viruses, unless your running as the root, which you shouldn't(it's realy not a smart idea)
9.if your looking to replace windows, forget it, I'd say stick with windows/ use dual-booting

[AmericanInfantry]

dagoth_ur posted:

1.Put disc in drive, turn off pc, turn on pc, select one time boot, select cd/dvd drive
2.meh, i don't understand that question, just install ubuntu
3.yes and no, they might work via WINE, if not then you cant
4.No, It's good to have it WITH windows, but not replace
5.if you can connect it to the internet you should be able to sort it
6.I've always found wireless drivers tricky and hard to get working, it requires alot or research and trail and error
7. any old keyboard will do
8.NONE, the way linux/ubuntu is made, it's not susceptable to viruses, unless your running as the root, which you shouldn't(it's realy not a smart idea)
9.if your looking to replace windows, forget it, I'd say stick with windows/ use dual-booting

I have already decided to replace Windows with Ubuntu, please read the thread.

[Eleventeen]

AmericanInfantry posted:

I do wear glasses, but a magnifier is for small text and such. It's also to follow the cursor whenever I can't find it (which happens a lot). However, I don't use the programs unless I need them which is rare.

On my own visual impairment, I have macular drag, retinopathy prematurity (was born about 27 weeks gestation), and am very nearsighted. I can still function and hopefully can drive (which is possible).

Well Compiz's has a magnifier and a cursor polling thing that are actually well hidden (you use global system hotkeys to activate them anywhere and it's not an icon on the task bar or anything noticable, it feels like it's built right in to the system)

[redonkulous]

Okay one suggestion I have if you install Ubuntu, or really any distro: If you try and dual boot to windows, just keep the bootloader it comes with. This may take some diligence, but every time it asks to update go in and uncheck anything with the word "grub" in it. It tires to update to GRUB2 which I have had nothing but troubles with. You may be alright, but I would not risk it since there is no really good reason that you need to update to GRUB2.

[Zayfox]

Baldr posted:

Zayfox if you haven't got any thing to add to this topic, please fuck off and stay away. Your post are starting to look like trolling...

Man I don't know who you think you are, but you're obviously in the wrong section if you didn't pick this up:

gparent posted:

Wine isn't an emulator. He's facepalming at that statement.

Kthx.

May I ask, OP, what made you pick Ubuntu over Mint/Debian? I know it's the most popularized (is that the right word?) in the Linux world, but my question still stands.

Edited:

Back when I just started messing with other OS's, I was dual-booting for a while but then decided to fuck it and go all out Linux (Ubuntu as well, FYI). That was around 2.5 years ago.
If gaming's an issue, just get the BETA version of WINE (BETA is important), and report any bugs you find. The guys over at WineHQ are pretty diligent when it comes to bug squashing.

Edited:

redonkulous posted:

Okay one suggestion I have if you install Ubuntu, or really any distro: If you try and dual boot to windows, just keep the bootloader it comes with. This may take some diligence, but every time it asks to update go in and uncheck anything with the word "grub" in it. It tires to update to GRUB2 which I have had nothing but troubles with. You may be alright, but I would not risk it since there is no really good reason that you need to update to GRUB2.

Doesn't 9.10 come with the new GRUB now?

Edited:

Or another bootloader altogether?

[robowurmz]

gerbils_alt_2 posted:

I'm not really savvy in linux\unbutu, but I know for a fact that the bolded will not work out well

Wrong!