Well by now I’m sure a lot of folks out there are wondering about the same thing…do we go with this new Vista operating system (OS) and all it’s seemingly expensive requirements? Or, do we stick with our trusty copy of XP Home or Professional that has served us so well?

To be absolutely honest with you, I’m sticking with XP Pro for now but with a hitch. I’m presently experimenting with a couple distributions of Linux as my next choice in an OS. Reasons why are many. They range from security, adaptability, productivity and also…cost. That last reason is a good start for this post.

The cost of a distro (distribution) of Linux is usually free. That’s right, I said free! The reason is that it is considered open source software and as such is free to users world wide to do with as they wish. Modify it, use it, screw it up…makes no difference. The copy they use can be done with as they wish. Now, this is a rough explanation and it is better explained here as they are much better at it than I. I’m merely a newbie at this at this point but, I’m learning! more…