Any Gentoo users?

[Cander]

Is this a good distrobution of Linux? Thinking of ditching Mandrake and trying something else.

[NoteMe]

Someone recomanded it to me, but I have never tested it my self. Sorry....I went for RedHat....:(....I am sutch a slut.....

[Cander]

Heh. Well Ive heared people Gentoo is for those that really want to learn how Linux really works. I need something to really start learning more about it.

[Kasracer]

www.gentoo.org

Click on installation guide, download live CD.

Follow directions and you'll have a gentoo box up before you know it.

emerge > *

[Cander]

Already been reading. Going to do the Stage 1 install, so I can REALLY learn Linux so I can be > *.

[NoteMe]

What the **** is > *

[Cander]

Greater than all

[Kasracer]

Originally posted by NoteMe
What the **** is > * Arn't you a programmer?

:blush: :blush: :blush: :blush: :blush:

[LabtroRob]

Hi, I use Linux.

I like to tell everyone they aren't really using an operating system if they are using Microsoft. I like to say things like "I just upgraded my kernel to 1.3.4.2.6.12.7.1c, I don't like it as much as 1.3.2.5.32.56.7b, but at least it's not 1.4.5.7.287.2 d!"

I get along really well with C++ coders, we can exchange bashes, except I use the terms "Linux" and "Microsoft" where they use "C" and "VB".

I pride myself that it takes me 30 hours a week to maintain my Linux system. It really gives me something good to do in between episodes of Xena.

I get really mad when I find out how much a Microsoft admin makes, so I make fun of them. I also get mad that no one actually USES Linux, so I can't make the same kind of money. Plus there is the fact that Unix admins still make fun of me, I mean, hey, I know Unix! I run Linux!

Secretly, I keep a machine with Windows 2000 on it hidden away, for those times when I actually want to USE a computer and not configure it endlessly, but don't tell anyone.

Sincerly,

Linux User

[NoteMe]

I use Windows...and I can't see one reason to quit....

[Kasracer]

Originally posted by LabtroRob
I like to tell everyone they aren't really using an operating system if they are using Microsoft. I like to say things like "I just upgraded my kernel to 1.3.4.2.6.12.7.1c, I don't like it as much as 1.3.2.5.32.56.7b, but at least it's not 1.4.5.7.287.2 d!"
Please tell me you arn't this stupid, please.
Originally posted by LabtroRob
I get along really well with C++ coders, we can exchange bashes, except I use the terms "Linux" and "Microsoft" where they use "C" and "VB".
???
Originally posted by LabtroRob
I pride myself that it takes me 30 hours a week to maintain my Linux system. It really gives me something good to do in between episodes of Xena.You're a moron. If anything, Linux requires almost no upkeep and maintanence. The server my site is hosted on it RedHat 7. It has an uptime of about 7 months so far. Before then, it was about 6 months when the computer was firsted put online.

No settings changed, almost zero maintanence required (except when cPanel ****s up).

When I install Linux OR Windows, both I setup how I like it, and then I NEVER have to touch any settings. If you have to spend 30 hours a week to maintain your Linux system, you shouldn't be using Linux.
Originally posted by LabtroRob
I get really mad when I find out how much a Microsoft admin makes, so I make fun of them. I also get mad that no one actually USES Linux, so I can't make the same kind of money. Plus there is the fact that Unix admins still make fun of me, I mean, hey, I know Unix! I run Linux!
Do you realize that more than 50% of ALL webservers use FreeBSD, Linux or some other OS other than Microsoft's software? Do you realize that in most cases, Unix and Linux admins make MORE money than Microsoft admins? It's true, look through monster.com. Almost every job posting that wants a Unix admin pays alot.

Do you know why? Because of people like you who think Microsoft is everything and you don't need to know anything else.
Originally posted by LabtroRob
Secretly, I keep a machine with Windows 2000 on it hidden away, for those times when I actually want to USE a computer and not configure it endlessly, but don't tell anyone.
Configure it endlessly? Like I mentioned before, everytime I've ever installed ANY Windows version or Linux distro, I've set it up just how I wanted and have never needed to touch ANYTHING.

You can do anything on Linux you can do with Windows and since I currently have no job and I support OpenSource, I can use almost everything I use on my Windows machine on my Linux machine and vice versa.

Since this isn't chit chat, I was assuming your post was serious. If it is, in fact, serious, you should broaden your knowledge and learn about another OS because unleashing a blob of ignorant, and useless comments about it.

[Cander]

Originally posted by NoteMe
I use Windows...and I can't see one reason to quit....

No reason to quit. But being in the IT industry, it is smart to be knowlegeable in different technologies. If I was to lose my current job, it would be nice if I could add Linux development to my resume increasing my chances of finding another job.

[NoteMe]

Originally posted by Cander
No reason to quit. But being in the IT industry, it is smart to be knowlegeable in different technologies. If I was to lose my current job, it would be nice if I could add Linux development to my resume increasing my chances of finding another job.

On monday I have an exam in OS. With main knowledge in Linux....:)....and on wednesday I have C++ and QT exam in Linux....:D.....can you belive it...:D....I am sooooo sure that I get an A on both of them,...;)

[Cander]

Thats cool. Keep it up. Learn everything you can.

[NoteMe]

I am trying. But it is to much....sitting with VC++ and DX3D right now....having the greatest time of my life....

[Cander]

Yeah. I have been learning C++ and openGL. Fun stuff. :D

[NoteMe]

I have OpenGl on school next year...looking forward to it....but for some reason I like DX.....not sure why....

[Kasracer]

Is it me or does it seem like people who love doing things with computers try to learn everything they can?

You guys are talking about how you're both trying to learn all this ****, and it's the same damn thing I always do.

[Cander]

Well DX is the most widely used for games. But since I am trying to learn Linux development, I choose openGL. Just wish this online course I am in would pick back up. I have finished the first module, but the teacher has been busy with other classes to start the 2nd part.

[Cander]

Originally posted by kasracer
Is it me or does it seem like people who love doing things with computers try to learn everything they can?

You guys are talking about how you're both trying to learn all this ****, and it's the same damn thing I always do.

Are you complaining about something?

I learn everything that is currently important to development and the IT industry. I guess I could have stuck with my knowledge of QBasic years ago. But I probably wouldnt have a job now if I did, would I?

[Kasracer]

Originally posted by Cander
Are you complaining about something?
Not At All

[Cander]

Ok just hard to tell. That post came off as if you thought we are stupid or something.

[NoteMe]

Originally posted by Cander
Well DX is the most widely used for games. But since I am trying to learn Linux development, I choose openGL. Just wish this online course I am in would pick back up. I have finished the first module, but the teacher has been busy with other classes to start the 2nd part.

SO what are you using OGL for in Linux...making games....a man in your age making games.....and taking courses...:D...just kidding with you....

[NoteMe]

Originally posted by kasracer
Is it me or does it seem like people who love doing things with computers try to learn everything they can?

You guys are talking about how you're both trying to learn all this ****, and it's the same damn thing I always do.


I like to use the right tool for the right job...thats why I am trying to learn most of what is relevant...Linux, Win, C++, VB, PHP, ASM, JAVA, DX...and so on...