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Post by Ribby on Dec 18, 2021 21:01:17 GMT -5
This is it, I am finally making moves (and costs [shelling out money]) to get learning on operating a Linux type operating system (interface software). I had it (with these guys, joke) with Windows breaking down just because of something new breaking older OS software versions. If it isn't a new program (games included [it was a 3D supported title]) that fails to register on a old OS (memory of a 133 something something), which resulted in a (permanent, yes permanent) blue screen of death upon any Windows boot or reinstallation, it's something else! Lately, I tried something new, didn't think that the problem will arise again, but it did! Unchecked 64 bit type programs isn't going to be nice on a 32 bit type OS platform environment, especially true for security ramping up the scale, tampering with motherboard/OS interface as passphrase alternative (yet, another permanent BSOD!). It's true that you can use a passphrase to deter access, but I'm going to say that even on the motherboard interface, it doesn't mean that the components are not susceptible to vandalism. Careful! That's very nice of security. Didn't provide enough safe system compatibility measures. It was stupid of me to disobey the requirements, but the need to catch up to security measures/standards isn't something to be ignored. I technically accept the reality of failure for any computer; however, when it breaks down during the dire need for operation, it is not a good situation. --- While I did a bit of dabbling in Linux, the memory of driver installations are quite sketchy, probably because there wasn't any real support until the year 2004. Do check the Criticism of Linux wiki page for the reference that plagued Linux usage for years. This is my main issue with the seemingly free OS. "You get what you pay for", a quote said. Other than Linux, I did dabbled a bit with the DOSBox, so it's basically an OS emulation of pre-Windows/Macintosh marketed computers. Personal computers back then had black with green/orange tinted characters. The OS interface was basically a command prompt. The external disks were huge black flimsy floppy disks. Not the hard A drive disks, the big old black floppy disks. It must be a strange time developing those things, not that I had witnessed it firsthand. I learned that the CD command is basically directory/folder navigation. Typing CD will navigate back to the main/root directory. The DIR command lists the sub-directories/sub-folders, programs, and files contained in the currently accessed directory/folder. As far as I recall, MOUNT C (DIRECTORY) allows the readying for program execution within that directory. Typing the program's name after will initiate the program within that directory. There are other commands like adjusting the speed of cpu cycles and sounds, but that's another story for another day (a DOS game topic coming soon? Maybe). With a bit of help from DOSBox, along with old computer command prompts, and text adventure games, I was able to familiarize myself with the Linux terminal interface (which is the equivalent to the Window's command prompt). --- Implementing Linux as personal computer, does cost money and effort. It is an output made by inputs. I have to figure out the best compatible hardware with Linux. The driver research has been successful; however, its installation requires a certain updated version of the specified brand. Problem? Well, new versions sometime require new machines. It goes back to the Windows blue screen of death scenario cycle. Thankfully, I have not see any Linux BSOD yet. My problem is to decide between 32 bit or 64 bit. I don't see any remarkable 64 bit milestone that outshines its 32 bit predecessor. If anyone knows of such a innovative milestone, please let me know in this topic. I would like to know. As far as I know, 64 bit is controlled by certain CPU companies, which doles out the newest technology in processing power. Not everybody uses 64 bit, or at least for most mass produced computers, 32 bit is still being used as a standard of stability and possibly generic compatibility (but mostly for 3D applications). Considering the facts at hand, I will just pick both processor/ram bit types to avoid incompatibility issues with any hardware or software. Despite all of the difficulties and costs (but mostly difficulties), I decided to push through with my research and experiment. I hope I will get a stable and compatible OS. The solution should work with drivers. Yes, there will be GUI, I didn't want to type all day and websites don't really follow that TUI standard anymore. Afterwards, I wanted to have compatible drivers that work as a generic service of (specific) hardware types with legacy system versions. Ever heard of netstumbler? It is a contingent 32 bit Windows based wifi driver that works with Windows 98 and several of its successors. I can't say for the wifi hardwares, but the older wifi hardwares should work fine enough. Can't say for 64 bit compatibility though. --- I decided to create this topic on this forum or message board because DH is quite advance for a game that works a bit on legacy Windows versions. I assume that there are Apple and Linux supported programs as well. Considering from a team of several dedicated persons or person, I realize that there is a chance of Linux knowledge. Maybe I can get some help here? I also assume that business, information systems, and computer science careers, prefer Linux over Windows and Apple. People say that there needs to be personal lab investment for the total learning experience. Money is not supposed to, or rather, will inevitably be a financial problem anyways! Not that I wanted to go in education investment at this time (really? Hahaha!)! Oh, thanks boards for saving my draft during some page reload interruption. I don't know, but it's probably a proxy tunnel protocol for internet protection. If somebody mentioned that Linux can't run .exe and any other Windows-owned file formats, there's WineHQ. I'm sure that there's something for Macintosh-owned/Apple-owned file formats too. |
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Post by Slingshot on Dec 19, 2021 20:48:17 GMT -5
Ribby, your post make my head spin and give me vertigo sometimes, but I enjoy trying to figure out what your saying. My first version of Lore I played was on Linspire Linux. You can play Lore with most Linux distros using Wine. I have 6 computers and it's about a 50-50 split between Linux Mint and Windows 10. A couple are dual boot (Linux and Windows). I have used several types of Linux over the past 20 years. I personally prefer Linux because it's secure and rock solid. I mostly use Windows for work and my Lore developement. What are the system specs for the computer you want to load Linux on? I might be of some help in picking out the right Linux distribution as well as some tips on how to run different programs and drivers.
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Post by Ribby on Dec 21, 2021 2:15:44 GMT -5
Hello Slingshot, It's nice to have a temporary discussion outside DH, but it is quite the technological feat given its restraints! Glad that Wine supports Lore! I hope the emulation processes don't lag too much on performance. I was sure that there are other supported OS platforms. A certain ad bloated wiki page ( dh-lore.fandom.com/wiki/Dark_Horizons_Lore:_Invasion ) mentions it, but it isn't evidence. I haven't gotten much of Linux, DOS, or any OS of that nature. I think I recalled getting an Ubuntu OS working with dialup connection. It was an early version. May God, at most, forbid using computers with green/orange lighted characters. Although, it was pretty fun to see how far they go. Over time, I was pretty disappointed with how Linux being a bit slow in certain hardware technology advances. Eventually, Linux did got better, but at what cost? Now, it could be a big clunky mess. Recent downloads require DVDs before proper installation. Some computers don't read DVDs as boot installation format. When people talk about Linux, I assume that its variants (or developing branches) are all about being effective, efficient, and convenient. I imagined its goal as an OS that persists in operation of mass manufactured computers. No matter what brand is the hardware, or how old the computer is, Linux has its own developed compatible and generic drivers to magically register the hardware for operation. That's the kind of brilliance I expected. Pretty high scaled, pretty superb as a standard, but I somehow couldn't expect any less. Linux is said to derive from Unix, the supposedly first portable OS. If the programming is that advanced, one would have high hopes. I would say that while Linux is slow in development, I am very impressed by its ability to install and operate on Windows locked out computers. I see Linux as the OS that could keep a decommissioned PC from the recycler. PCs were Unix variants and this fact proves that computers still got juice of usability in them. I knew computers couldn't really die off from software poisoning! Yes, I am confident enough to use Linux, despite being a beginner/noobie. I am hopeful of its current progress, but am also cautious about how it can compare itself to the standards of 3D graphics supporting GPUs (they are not VGAs or SDLs), drivers, and now encryption security. The system specifications is a standard (in current possession) Dell Optiplex 780, with a Intel Core something something CPU, 4 GB of RAM, and 200 GB estimate of space (in current time) Dell Optiplex 7010, with a Intel Core i5 CPU, 4 GB of RAM, and 200 GB estimate of disk space. It is 64 bit (x64 processor?), but I'm going for a 32 bit (x86 processor?). Don't want to overstress/overload the computer. It's typically a standard computer used in plenty of institutions. The stuff I want to get done has to apply to the commonly used computers as standard. I try to go for basic, but it's hard to pinpoint a milestone. I know being a freeloader is not going to cut if you don't put a bit of effort. Linux is something of worth, I just can't completely comprehend its potential. Speaking of budgets, I also read about Richard Stallman's GNU. When I first heard/read about Linux, there was this speaker about open source software. I thought GNU was the first Linux. I haven't checked out GNU, but it says to be the innovation behind Linux's development. I have already picked out and will install an OS. It would be the Ubuntu 17.04. It is said to be the very last of the 32 bit Ubuntu. Ubuntu is said to have a large database of driver support for hardware. My goal is to accommodate for the much older machines out there. I figure that Linux variants ought to be technologically sound with workforce/education/mass standards. They could be as advance, yet compatible with nontechnological operations. It is said that most operations using computers don't want to gamble away from the tech casino. It's too much of a risk, you know? Times like these are feeling the pressure! According to different disciples, how can one be accountable and so on? I ultimately want a Linux/GNU/etc OS in a stable, compatible, and adaptable offline distribution. If I go pick it up from a physical store, it should work straight from the box. Otherwise, hardware from secondary markets should register easy enough. I don't want to go looking for internet access just to get the OS running. I used to care about (upfront) costs, but it is apparent that I need a solid OS. Just bought another Windows OS to keep in pace. Keeping the old OS for Linux/GNU research/experimentation. What I wanted is ideal, but persistently existent for more than a few. |
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Post by Slingshot on Dec 21, 2021 9:28:33 GMT -5
I would suggest Linux Mint which is built on Ubuntu. It's got great support and most Ubuntu programs and themes run great on it. It is available in 32 bit right up the version 19.3 (for an older system try 17.3). I use the Cinnamon edition, because it's the easiest and slickest GUI, but there are several editions that don't require nearly the video power. Mate edition might be best for what your describing. the home page is linuxmint.com.
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Post by Ribby on Dec 21, 2021 20:11:33 GMT -5
Nice to know that the recent versions are close to current build! I don't think I will be missing much features. I wouldn't mind the Xfce edition of version 19.3 or 17.3. I just hope that the wifi would work. Otherwise, I just use the driver for the wifi hardware. Should be no problem. Ethernet is preferred too! Once the internet connection standard gets working, I should be able to compile a offline list of drivers with online research. As long the machine doesn't go too obsolete, things should be okay.
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Post by Slingshot on Dec 21, 2021 20:24:09 GMT -5
Xfce is a great choice for low end graphics load. I think you will find it supports most WiFi devices.
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Post by Ribby on Dec 22, 2021 0:34:44 GMT -5
I'll get to Linux Mint, but as of now, I am trying Ubuntu. I technically can't differentiate between Linux brands. I guess it's just a matter of development. I tried ReactOS, which is supposedly a free Windows95 clone. Despite certain delays, I am quite confident in its development. Still, it's in alpha stage so it needs a lot of work to catch up with current basic computing needs/criteria. I also tried Debian. If I be a Linux user, I wanted to go with something potentially professional, something that says it has a time tested reputation of support. There is also Red Hat or Arch Linux, but they are quite commercial and I am not sure if it would be convenient in size. Too bad that my machines aren't really up to performance fluff for some reason. The interface was slow going for some reason. I think I needed to purchase some RAM hardware. At least the OS is free to download?
Maybe it's me, but I might not know how to properly burn a working OS package into a DVD. Is there a specific OS burning protocol? I might be able to burn it, but I also think that my machines are not able to read DVDs as a pre-boot installation choice.
I don't like to overcomplain, especially for something offered as free. Still, Linux-likes are really a mind of its own accordance. It deals with proprietary hardware restrictions. It's not a freebie or budget choice, and I should know that at heart. Don't worry about it, I'll spend to get where operation needs running. It's just a matter of definite/indefinite uncertainty. What is this? Where do we start? Is this politics mired with a need of commission/votes sales? Will corporate warfare rage out in a blaring siren sound bite like Brother Trump versus Brother Biden? Do I smell an insistence in reparation for one's unproven work? Is the sample sufficient enough for consumer confidence? Are people being left out in the dust (old MegaDeth's "Peace Sells" music video reference)? It's taking risks, and knowing how to compose with oneself and the environment. Regardless of open source status, OSs and components may haggle back and forth in a market rush. I would like to use just a generic driver to get the hardware rolling. I recently was looking for Linux compatible/compliant hardware, and I remembered Richard Stallman's GNU and several promoted hardwares. I am actually skeptical of Richard Stallman's own marketing scheme, but a Linux-like performance in stability is a strong selling point. Online research says that the GNU is responsible for some of Linux's applications. I'm thinking that it's a subtle nod to get the hardware too. Well, from a long time coming, it's got to work?
Conclusion?
I'm going to try a new Ubuntu version. It supposed to cater to drivers or something like that? I'm really swimming in the dark, but did got a free Ubuntu CD before. I may go for Linux Mint, but it's going to be another burning read. Might try before buy. I'm getting my head wrapped around this lack of driver support business. I plan to switch to GNU (or some other variant) and its supported hardware. At least the OS should be contingently stable. Before any new Linux dives happen, it's best to inquire about capabilities. I forgot to mention that I want the Linux-like OS to support browser for accessing and navigating those antsy credential security needing websites. If I had to use a WineHQ, so be it. It's a work in progress, so hope for the best.
I know it's not a satisfactory answer, but Linux seems like a work in progress. It said things got better this time so might give another try.
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Post by Slingshot on Dec 22, 2021 9:44:14 GMT -5
I think your going to find Ubuntu to be much more manual and complicated than Linux Mint, and Mints interface is much more Like Windows so there's less of a learning curve, but your choice. As far as driver support, I haven't had a problem except for the occassional printer or scanner. I usually can get those worked out by going to the product site for the device and following their instructions to install for Linux. The majority of drivers are built in to Mint so your installation works right out of the box. The beautiful thing about pretty much any Linux distro is you can run it live from a USB stick or DVD and see if there are any driver issues before you even install it. Sounds like you might not have a suitable DVD burner/player installed, so I would suggest watching this Youtube video on how to make a bootable USB stick. Linux Mint Bootable USB Drive |
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Post by Ribby on Dec 22, 2021 23:17:25 GMT -5
It's actually true about what you say about driver installations. I'm more worried about lack of driver support and hardware requirements. You don't get the setup right, your low-end PC will have to make due with the remaining given. Navigation recently include GUI emulation so I'm just crossing my fingers that this time Linux brands/distros will be of ease in all areas applied. Still, navigating TUI is not much of a problem, Ubuntu does have some help manuals. In my personal opinion, you cannot avoid such obstacles forever. Linux was designed for stability. We cannot pull out our hairs just to try cram in as much desires as possible. We need to know how to keep our minds in check.
If office work requires the printer or scanner, I understand the stress to meet on deadlines. However, in terms of trade, I decided to put away the device or lock up the remaining ink. Unauthorized access could spell disaster to trade.
If Linux got another thing right, it is the 'try it before you buy it' sample/demo/prototype marketing ploy. The validation of the product aims for customer retention. It's working on me, I guess. A conditioned BSOD with a alternative choice out of the loop is pretty convincing.
Even after installation and setup, is there anything else to say for a better OS substitute? What would be the next step after passing Windows? User immersion? I guess there's that free versus workarounds situation. Free acquirement is very very great for consumers, they don't have to risk anything and businesses don't have much commercial notoriety just yet. Of course, I'm talking about free shipping of Linux OS products. Other means of acquirement is through the use of storage devices. I would be cynical enough to purchase a physical Linux product. It will cost some money anyways, shouldn't be too harmful. Other than consumers, the producer may have a problem to sustain development if relying on its distribution alone. In certain cases, its funding doesn't make sense to me. Do they just take their time and effort for so long? I guess it's still possible that way, but I am quite perplexed by such a concept. It must be something else. Funding must be from grants, loans, educational work-study, charity cooperation, donations, and al kind of things.
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Anyways, I at least, wished me luck. I think I will be in a lot of hurt. My past experience with PCs should get me through the hurdle. Is there anything you can say for a Linux newbie, especially after most driver setups?
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Post by Ribby on Dec 23, 2021 22:57:37 GMT -5
Okay, I got my new OS down. The automated drivers loadout seems to work out pretty a ok! So definitely an improvement to speed things along! Wasn't too hard, wasn't too hard at all! I was expecting something else, but I did have a Ubuntu v8.#. Now, I have a Ubuntu v17.04. Wasn't free, had someone else to compile stuff for me! Actually, I didn't want to buy another usb and then get on burn works. I don't want to fail. Lost plenty of dvds that way. Hey, it could be pretty hard to work out the details. I wouldn't say I'm much of a OS programmer anyways. Everything seems to be okay. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get the 32 bit version of Ubuntu v17.04. Really a bummer, but nowadays, computer standards are 64 bit. I guess that will work, but hey, I got old machines piling up. I guess I'll buy another usb! Haha!
The new whatever whatevers, have a already propped up opened static taskbar with a list of pinned application shortcuts. Quite cynical, but okay? The interface is kind of distasteful. File menu is a bit strange. However, I am starting to be the ease of mouse control navigation that way. It makes sense. It would be a problem for accidental closure of programs. You need a keen set of senses to avoid such pitfalls. Or rather, just configure the interface to static. No problem there. Overall, I wasn't much of a Mac user. I mean, I remember in school years, and it's actually okay, but not many do that though. I guess I could find WineHQ and its Mac emulator variant. I am confident in Linux for its rising programming skills. Slowly, but surely, it is working (plus paying off).
I'm kind of worried that the OS installation will be present during the full installed environment. Accidents may happen! That's why I went ahead to put up a encrypted password. I got Firefox browser, Jesus Christ! I would rather Opera or the like. However, institutions may not like that browser. I guess Chrome is out of the Linux scene for prying? Oh well. Either ways, the device comes with more than one OS so that's great. Still, my path is the Linux-likes for the stability goal. Moving onwards in a space adventure? Maybe.
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Turns out that I was wrong about the accidental re-installation. So anyways, I went to see the latest browsers. Boy, the interface could be freaky! Still, Opera can run a bit of functionalities. Okay, nevermind, new just got worse! Oh, it's in Linux so I got to be patient.
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Post by Slingshot on Dec 24, 2021 9:13:05 GMT -5
The interface is why I prefer Linux Mint. Ubuntu uses the unity interface which i hate. Linux Mint is much more like windows. As far as browsers go, I run Google Chrome which has support and easy updates for Linux. Glad to hear you at least got Ubuntu. Good luck on your Linux adventure
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Post by Ribby on Dec 25, 2021 1:01:35 GMT -5
Yeah, Ubuntu's Unity interface design is like Mac, but it also has a pinned list of applications. It's almost like Windows XP OS, the taskbar is just flipped upsidedown. However, the menu bar of window frames are also on top. You would have all the screen buttons at a convenient area. The pages would start from the top alignment as well. With a little more adjustment, the taskbar's task will only be limited to its default startup mode (the title would be missing though [only indication is the launcher of pinned and active applications). The default taskbar buttons are specialized in necessary similar/specific functions. You got internet connection, language, volume, time, and power settings. No clumping nor confusion. It's almost like Windows so it's tolerable. On the other hand, recent Ubuntu releases have been using some horrible x >= GNOME 3.0 shell desktop interface designs. The time is on the center (mines can't tell the month!), which is a bit distracting/diminishing towards computing activities. Worst of all, it clumps all of the default taskbar buttons into one section. All different functions, now mixed together. Yeah, they are pictures/functions mixed together. Couldn't could really tell, but that's how it is? That's not organized. See for yourself (the top right corner).  --- Other than that, the definition of interface usability can be quite subjective, but the matter of navigating for the manipulation of information, can sway between ingenuity and prone errors caused by human mistakes/accidents. I don't want to be stuck in the middle of a puddle, whirling in a interface argument. One way to sum it up is that all the PCs have terminals that peruse TUI. We as users need to acknowledge the old typewriter designs that persist to this day. Moving on, I want to move on with integrating/immersing myself with Linux. I don't want to keep this mental projection of Linux being a wild Sahara forest. I want to move on to remedying/finding missing components to fulfill the user experience/consumption. We need good working internet, or least we cannot get the recommended/extra drivers easily. As of now, I cannot figure out which hardware still needs drivers to be installed so it's a bit tricky. Next, comes the browsers. Browsers made for Windows are much more different than Linux. It can be/look all updated and fancy (maybe interface usability is Window's core strength? That's okay, I guess). It will take time for the non-version requiring (Windows) brands to catch up with certain useful features. Firefox is the default, but there's a plenty missing or left to be desired. I would still rather much prefer Opera. In Windows, you can press the middle mouse button to auto scroll when necessary. Not that it's a remarkable turn of events, but it can be better than holding the mouse mouse or using PageUp and PageDown all the time. You can even see/drag a thumbnails preview when mouse hovering over a tab. In Linux support, I like that the Speed Dial page is carried over. It's basically a set of thumbnails, where you can visually see the page zoomed out and read the page title. The menu bar in the recent release appears to be gone, but a right click of the mouse will show the list of simple commands. Not much of a problem since we got the menu bar as application menu button elsewhere (we got the right click menu too). The button happens to be on the right due to the mouse being right handed? More like right don't use the windows menu as much as running programs all about. Ubuntu didn't like Opera for some reason (is it proprietary?), it wants it out. It's a shame that such a developing browser is to be missed, even if on purpose. Although I could live and move on! Can't let the stability of Linux shutdown anyways. I once managed with older computer designs anyways. However, there's more. Yes, there are some more file formats and programs to be missing. What? Yes, even more are missing. mp3 are missing. midi are missing. exe is missing (although the linux version of exe would be either deb or rpm). Speaking of programs, sometimes, they are only supported on the Windows platform. It could be a bummer, but you have two choices. You can either forgo exe (although many institutions still use it) and find a Linux supported program, or go Wine. So far, Wine has been a bit DOS buggy in terms of installation. I'm getting the feeling that the missing entities are really unsupported. Either ways, I have to remind myself to get and write down the know-how in the terminal commands. sudo install parameters compiled_package_file, something like that. I must at least know all the basics. As of the current situation, I need some programs back running. It's quite the leap from one height to another. My purchase of a Linux product allowed me several OS choices. I think one would allow a Windows-like OS, but I am still stubborn enough to find the end to my occasional BSOD mistakes. I hate to send my broken computer for repairs. Otherwise, my seemingly dead computers are stacking up!
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Wow, I surprised myself (but it was a all nighter) in actually mucking through the Wine troubles. I had to combine as much as efficient codes. In the end, the exe may not be as stable on Linux anyways so I understand the frustration being between the corporate war players/non-players. For the exe application, it was for a media player. Winamp was the name. However, the switch to Linux did cost me my contract with .mid. For substitute, I finally settled on a Linux friendly audio/video player, VLC. It works for almost all media file formats. Save for a .midi/.wav group (even the Wine emulated Winamp can still work on .wav). If the missing file usage unnerves me enough, I might wine emulate a deliplayer, which is close one (a buggy-like close one [can't uninstall in at least Ubuntu {I know what they all say, stop messing with Windows; I'm barely transitioning!}]). Or I just have to figure out how to get a working Linux friendly Winamp alternative. Took a while, but my Wine installation pays off. I was able to get the midi working. It was in the ancient file formats called a .sf2. They are called sound fonts. Not sure what's 2, but maybe an improvement? Winamp uses a plugin, which can be restrictive in its codec implementation. While sound fonts can be applied to any audio using application, even sequencers. I used a WeedsGM3.sf2, which is basically more guitars and drums style. I think it was catered for doom. Speaking of doom, I am a bit surprised that not all of its associated softwares are up to date with Linux. There are some and it's probably best for me to find out how to work with Linux's installation software. Wine currently cannot make do with parameter modifications (shortcuts do that in Windows) since it treats .exe as a file than a program. Its design was to strictly deal with exe in external operation, the exe will do what it can from internal operation. I can just use a ZDL as a frontend (it does a good job too!) to tie the restrictive program and its mods together. I could live with that, but a proper enough compilation will take time and effort to achieve all capabilities. Currently, doom in wine feels like a fps on ice skates. There's a matter of delay between the input and output. Command and performance may not tune in sync correctly. All the more reason to learn how to install with Linux's standards. Yes, I know how to sudo apt install ./(name of file after cd to target directory). However, I don't think I have all the rules down (was it like mounting something? Either ways, the online doom seems to have deb installation pretty well down. Will look it up). Something about wget keys, repository, and specific url stable multiverse. I did got sudo apt install -f as a checklist of discrepancies. The uninstallation goes into the following three functions. dpkg --list; sudo apt-get --purge remove "gimp" (the soon-to-be uninstalled program/file); sudo apt autoremove (to remove any unneeded associated files with discrepancies). Despite my messy and hasty efforts, it appears that not all the Wine second versions, even the most early second version, are compatible for Ubuntu 17.04, regardless of 32 bit status. Ubuntu dropped support on 17.04 for good. Drop support? For what? To keep up with some security standards? Not without expenses! That sounds like Windows already! I had only one choice but to go reinstall as 18.04. So far, it worked out. Still, I hate upgrading to new versions. That goes with the heavy online requirement. It's almost like a landlord side effect. I guess I ought to look for another Linux brand, one with the right preferences. Something that doesn't demand upgrades at the speed of light. Mastering the core concepts should be an achievement that stands on its own. As of now, I am testing between 17.04 and 18.04. I'm pretty sure that Wine 3 would be 17.04 compatible, despite Wine 2 being 17.04 incompatible. I wish that wasn't that case. I would also prefer a offline installation, it would make communication/integration of data much easier.
Oh yes, I will make a topic about the commands and functions of Ubuntu. A list will be compiled to organize as much thoughts into order. The context will also apply to Linux variants in general. There's too many brands fighting out a corporatish struggle. I'm sure there's a common ground somewhere. This topic is the migration experience, which is a story of its own.
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Post by Ribby on Jan 15, 2022 15:09:18 GMT -5
More Linux brands rabblings. There is said to be different rules per brand. And I'm just learning! Yikes!
I also tried upgrading to updated OS versions, but such a transition is not so stable as things get sorted out. I'm not even sure if I need some empty space to swap stuff around. I already created a swap partition.
I am resuming documentation. So far, I have reached Linux's installer package types. You would have to setup repositories in order to automatically download and install the program. Probably a better would be compiling the source code (along with finding the specific dependency support files). It's a more complicated and long way to get things done. At least it isn't a installer of pre-compiled malware. Now, a malware scanner (virustotal.com?) might still come in handy to scan the source material/code and as well as its required dependency files.
I am currently underway to attempt OS installation of guix. Support states that it will take a while, rough estimate of 20 mins for 64 bit guix OS on a ssd. I'm using a hdd, will take much longer. Probably in a multiple of 2, 3, 4, or even a few to 6 ~ 12 hours. Maybe I'm growing too ambitious, but that's growth being a natural fact and function, am I right? Anyways, I probably will screenshot errors to keep track of progress and time.
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Post by Ribby on Jan 25, 2022 0:43:55 GMT -5
After a tedious few days (one without much sleep, it was practically a sit-in! [the incident occurred about weeks ago]), with long hours of research, many moments of idling, and multiple attempts of configuration, I was able to get guix in operation. There is some buggies and particulars worth noting with the installation. The default was 64 bit as to attempt to reach the upscaling/split standards of today's computing. I don't know, but a UEFI boot is something weird, like it is a proprietary boot incorporated. It could be a licensing exploit in order to control information/capabilities. It should be contrary against the ideals/goals of the GNU project. We'll just see how it pans out. I also want to point out other corporate issues, but it would digress from the subject of Linux-like computing.
Until there are other OS migration context, this topic would have stay put.
Ok, so what I do next? Adjust and adapt to the ways of the Linux-like? I'm already done with migration, if not adaptation. Interface navigation would be a new topic.
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Post by Slingshot on Jan 25, 2022 19:35:19 GMT -5
Ribby, I'm glad your having fun with Linux. I thank you for your continued addition of content to this board. Without it we would have nothing to read. I will say though, I struggle to understand what you are talking about.
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