Comment Re:Linux & Open Source (Score 2, Interesting) 462
What John didn't mention is that the trial schools were actually dual boot Win/RedHat. The kids preferred the RH (and that cuddly mascot) and simply didn't use the Windows. It was removed as a consequence.
The potential to reduce tech support is also huge - the kids can't screw things up without some sophisticated knowledge. Can't say the same for Windows boxes! Now the techs can do real work instead of 'clean up' chores ;-)
The potential to reduce tech support is also huge - the kids can't screw things up without some sophisticated knowledge. Can't say the same for Windows boxes! Now the techs can do real work instead of 'clean up' chores
