> Kelly,
> I am probably not expert enough to answer this, although since my only
bias
> here is anti-windows, maybe I have something to say.
>
> Oh, another bias, I never, well almost never, use the most
> popular anything, biggest is almost always lousy.
>
> I'd love it if Linux were a viable alternative for blind folks. I
heartilly
> approve of the open source concept and the result that there is no
monopoly
> in linux.

bought linux sometime ago but it was not compatible with my on board video
and sound cards!  been thinking of buying PCI cards just to get linux
running, but have put it off.  just procrastinating<grin>  The linux folks
need to make it easier to install
the operating system and I hear the software is harder to install as well.
Maybe since IBM is supporting linux now things will get better.
Just my two cents worth.

Harr


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