Wicked. (Score 4)

After downloading and upgrading to RH7.0 from 6.2, I can tell you this:

• Unless you know how to recompile your kernel to get your USB devices working, upgrade to 7.0 - it's definitely worth it. My USB mouse now works, and USB keyboards supposedly work too, but I don't have one to test it with..
• The updated Glib and GTK+ libraries make for a serious pain in the ass for recompiling your favorite apps. Make sure that they're compatible before upgrading.
• Sawfish rules! Even though you can download it and install it, it's just nice to see it as the standard WM. (BTW - Anyone know why it changed its name from Sawmill?)

Basically, you can make the upgrade yourself by upgrading a few things and installing a new kernel. It's not a huge release like 6.0 was, but it might be worth the money if you're not willing to wrestle with stuff like Glib, GTK, or Qt. If you want the new Gnome look without installing 7.0, your best bet is to install Helix Gnome.

Note: If you're running Pinstripe (the RH7 beta), the upgrade is a bit rocky. I would recommend either reinstalling Red Hat completely, or doing a manual upgrade.

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Dave
http://phattechnology.net