Comment Re:GF (Score 1) 353
Oh come on, once you have a new friendly distro like ubuntu or mint set up, and dont do the half yearly upgrade dance (ubuntu keeps a version supported for two years anyway), shit doesnt just break out of nowhere. I am typing this on an old thinkpad with ubuntu 10.04 installed and the only reason i use the CLI at all is because sometimes i find it more convenient then using the UI with a trackpad, or when i ssh into my servers for maintenance.
If all your GF does is facebook/internet, a simple box with recent ubuntu/linux mint will do just fine. Keep in mind your GF shouldnt have admin access, as it isnt needed and can only pose a risk.
Also, why the hell build her a quad? a dual core is more then enough for that usage pattern