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____/ wispygalaxy on Friday 04 September 2009 23:34 : \____
> Roy Schestowitz wrote:
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>> How to convert non-techies to Linux.
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>> | Eyecandy is also very important. Most new and non technical users are
>> | not interested in code. What they see is the GUI. Make their distro look
>> | very cool and pretty and they will fall in love with it. You can get
>> | themes from Gnomelook.org. Lots of people like Apple computers because
>> | of aesthetics. This might seem superficial to you but we are talking
>> | about the non technical users switching over to Linux. Another great
>> | application is Compiz. If their computer is powerful enough you can give
>> | them excellent eyecandy with compiz. With themes and cool 3D effects you
>> | will be able to make their Linux desktop nicer than Windows or Mac OS.
>> | Show them a little razzle dazzle.
>> `----
>>
>> www.idreamoflinux.com/2009/09/how-to-convert-non-techies-to-linux.html
>
> I agree completely with the post. People are obviously going to be
> intimidated when they are switching to a new OS. It really is best to
> assist them. Don't tell them to "RTFM!" (I would never tell scream that at
> anyone haha.)
Some have agony from Windows, so they are willing to make the move. Others have
envy the good looks of (properly set up) Linux desktops.
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~~ Best of wishes
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