[hblug] K/Ubuntu 8.04

[chris morris]

I dont think I'll trust the update manager route of getting to 8.04
I tried that with 7.04 > 7.1 and the machine wouldnt boot afterwards, 
requiring a fresh install from cd

I see it can actually install k/ubuntu INTO windows ( just like a 
program ) so you can run it from within windows and uninstall it through 
the add/remove panel.

I suppose thats a good halfway step for someone who just wants to try 
linux. Faster than running from liveCD but not too permanent.

I think 7.10 was a bit shaky and had its share of stability issues ( 
well it did whenever I tried it ) lets hope 8.04 is more solid.

chris





clint.deckard wrote:
> Hi Chris,
> Just downloaded Ubuntu 8.04 beta from the citylink mirror (very fast) 
> and used the cd to install on an older (7? year old) AMD processor 
> with 256M Ram and all is well, if a little sluggish.
> Just did the 138 Meg update of 249 programs with no fuss.
> (BTW, I had trouble getting 7.10 or 7.04 to install from live or 
> alternative cd.)
> As yet, I haven't gone any further, but a glance over the program 
> menus reveals a few changes over Gutsy Gibbon.
> Perhaps wait until 8.04 is finally released and update using the 
> update manager may be the best path for existing installs.
> I am constantly delighted with how Ubuntu has developed. The machine I 
> have just set up is ready to go to an IT newbie (aged) as an 
> internet/email/basic home pc.
> Ubuntu has meant an older PC has a new lease of life at no cost with 
> an OS suitable for a newbie. Also rock solid and automatic. Oh and 
> safe too.
> Awesome.
> Cheers,
> Clint.
>
> chris morris wrote:
>> Anyone using 8.04? I know its still beta, ( but due to be released as 
>> stable soon ) just wondering if its worth the upgrade.
>>
>
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