Obsessed?? Maybe a little.

This a Gateway computer a acquired Dual core 1.73GHz 2G ram I have installed linux Mint on this machine as well, but I think I will partition the Hard drive with openSUSE 11.4.  I do still have the Dell Latitude d505 now with Zorin 4 instead of Mint.  For me right now the easy of setting up everything I need for my use an Ubuntu version works. The wireless on the Dell has been giving me some fits.  I had it working with Mint then I reinstalled it and could get it working again.  Strange, but it works with Zorin.  The kids use it to watch movies, play games on the internet, and I think I will be setting it up for there mp3  players.

I need to read and learn some more about Linux.  Maybe get a book on Linux and take some courses at the local community college.

If I could figure out how to use my Ipod Touch with the Linux machines, I think I would be able to become windows free.  I will be trying to learn how to use Wine, I am a really big podcast listener. 

Paula, thinks I am crazy!  I have 3 Windows Desktops (1 is a HTPC, we have no Cable TV), 1 Apple, and 4 Laptops.  Oh and a work computer.

  I think I may have a problem, maybe a little one, but I am having fun learning Linux. 

Just wait until I start a Home Network.

Linux Mint, I think I have been converted.

Well, I have been using Linux for a couple weeks now.  I have to say, I have fixed my Sister in-laws computer.  I re-installed the OS which was Vista and it took nearly 3 hours with all the updating and and restarts but it was done and running.  I don't see myself doing that for my self anytime soon.  Linux has evolved to the point I see no reason to stay with windows or move to Apple($$$).

I spent some time running various live versions of Linux on my Dell Latitude D505,
PClinxOS
Bohdi
Mint 10
Ubuntu 10.10
PinguyOS
I have settled on Mint for now and 30 minutes later it was up and running absolutely no significant problems yet.
The only issue is when I watch streaming video over wifi the sound cuts out a bit.  I think it may have to do with 512MB ram the Processor is a Centrino 1.4 GHz so that part should be fine.
I still use my desktop for my I-Pod Touch and the various pod cast I listen to but not much else.
I have updated this blog and the last update from the Linux system no problems.
My next project will be the Dell inspiron 1521 when I purchase a new Hard Drive it will be a full install of a Linux OS no Windows partition.
Maybe even the kids Desktop will be a Linux instead of the XP that is on it now.
I may try getting my wife to use Linux.
If I can make it seamless it should be easy.
Our local college offers 2 courses on Linux/Unix I think I may sign up this fall so I can truly break away, and maybe even contribute.

THE FIGHT MUST CONTINUE!!!

The people are speaking and have been in Wisconsin. I have been up there 3 times since it started nearly three weeks ago. I have to say I am glad people are starting to realize what is at stake.  Wisconsin is at the center of the destruction of workers rights.  If you think it will stop with collective bargaining you would be way wrong. The Republican Party will not stop until we are begging for work.  They willing to do what ever it takes as long as the rich and powerful are controlling it all.  This could potentially turn back the clock to the late 19th century, Robber Barron age.  

It was a pleasure to hear and see Michael Moore in person.  The American worker is under attack, both Union and Non-Union.  Whether you agree with unions or not the relationship in the workplace between them is there.  Wages, weekends, 40 hour work weeks, overtime and Pensions are a result of what Unions have brought to the table.  In our political system money IS a factor and the Republicans know that with out union support at that level the workers will lose their voice.  The result will be no voice in the workplace.  

Yes Unions can and have done things that are not acceptable behavior, but not at the level of Corporations.  The ultimate goal of the Unions is for the worker to better their life.

When 400 individuals have more wealth in the United States than 50% (155 million) Americans, I would say that the table is skewed toward the few not the vast majority.

It is "We the People...."