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The Value Proposition of Linux on the Mac Led by Tom Geller at Macworld SF '99 With Jeff Carr, David Gatwood, Jason Haas, Rich Morin Thursday, 7 January, 1500-1630 http://www.tgeller.com

Why Linux? Technical advantages Modern OS Fast Multitasking Long uptimes Near-total control over system functions Fast turnaround on bug fixes once discovered (Example: fix for Ping of Death issued within 24 hours) Frequent updates: 2-3 major versions per year vs. less than 1 per year for Mac OS/Windows <-Outline Next -> This page was last updated on Monday, February 09, 2004 at 2:50pm CST. All contents copyright 2005 by Tom Geller.