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Here's a couple of links to Linux distributions geared towards the desktop user. Each offers it's own unique spin. For those of you looking for a Red Hat based system take a look at The Fedora Project or Mandrake. If you're interested in taking Linux out for a spin, but aren't sure if you're willing to install, check out Knoppix (it boots from the CD). If Microsoft does most of your thinking for you, check out Xandros or Lindows. There's more distributions than you can shake a stick at out there, but these should get you pointed in the right direction. If you're looking for something a little more flexible check out Gentoo ;)
The Fedora Project (red hat): http://fedora.redhat.com/
"The goal of The Fedora Project is to work with the Linux community to build a complete, general purpose operating system exclusively from free software. Development will be done in a public forum."
Mandrake: http://mandrakelinux.com/
"Mandrake Linux TM is a friendly Linux Operating System which specializes in ease-of-use for both servers and the home/office. It is freely available in many languages throughout the world."
Knoppix: http://www.oreillynet.com/pub/wlg/3065
"KNOPPIX is a bootable CD with a collection of GNU/Linux software, automatic hardware detection, and support for many graphics cards, sound cards, SCSI and USB devices and other peripherals. KNOPPIX can be used as a Linux demo, educational CD, rescue system, or adapted and used as a platform for commercial software product demos. It is not necessary to install anything on a hard disk. Due to on-the-fly decompression, the CD can have up to 2 GB of executable software installed on it."
Xandros: http://www.xandros.com/
"Xandros Desktop is an easy to use, highly compatible Linux distribution for desktop computer users. It provides an alternative operating system environment that is simple to install, configure and use, provides extensive Microsoft Windows OS and network compatibility, and harnesses the power of Linux to provide a viable, highly functional and reliable Linux desktop that is easy to use."
Lindows: http://lindows.com/
"LindowsOS TM is a new, affordable, fun, and exciting operating system like Microsoft Windows XP or Apple Mac OSX. LindowsOS has the ease of use that you have come to expect from an operating system, plus the speed and stability you have always desired. By making the switch to LindowsOS you'll have the power, stability and cost-savings of Linux with the ease of a windows environment. LindowsOS is perfect for you if you use your computer for the Internet ,school or office work ,video, music, games , or anything else! "
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