Hi, Want to report I had a computer built to dual boot NT and Corel Linux. We gave each OS its own drive. In selecting components we reviewed Corel's list of supported hardware and selected only those listed, with the exception of a Matrox G400. We are both basically Windows folks. The install went extremely well.
We have had some minor issues subsequently, which had already surfaced on Corel and OneList newsgroups, so we have had most of the solutions readily available. I will be having some networking issues, but hopefully these too can be solved. My guess is that for starters a complete, maintained ... up to date, hardware compatibility list would be invaluable. >From there, I suspect that .... assuming the target group for the distro are currently primarily windows users and total newbies ... that having the OS and applications preinstalled would go a long way. Further, there is probably a need for information as a part of ads (to point out the improved stability, the built in enhanced security and the reduced risk of attack by computer virus's) in addition to the beneficial pricing. There is also a need for identifiable sources of training (courses, books, videos) and local support. IMHO Linux is a far better OS and the motivations of the people developing and offering it are sterling, particularly as compared to the currently pervasive alternative. Jean
