Its a matter of preference. If you enjoy Linux that’s great. However, I prefer XP/Vista as a desktop OS.

I have an Ubuntu workstation right alongside my Vista workstation and have for years, I just don’t prefer it.

If you prefer the Linux Desktop that’s great and its nice to have your opinion in the comments!

Chris

Im a regular computer user and have been using linux (Ubuntu to be exact) for two years now. In that time, Ive converted several family and friends over to linux, tossing the XP OS right out of their “windows”. Ehem. Really, I didnt even convert them. They saw a decent alternative to XP that was simple, stable & secure. To date Ive installed Ubuntu flawlessly on 21 systems, ranging from older P-II computers, a few P-III’s Ive donated, some P4 laptops and P4 desktops. And some new Dell laptops as well. No problems.

If you really do use linux, whether it be Fedora or Ubuntu you know very well that linux nowadays is far better to a new computer user and for regular people just logging on to the internet from a hotel room. Really, what else are you going to be using an 8 inch laptop computer for?

Linux offers a FREE operating system, and thousands of FREE programs to handle all of your important tasks.

Here is a novel approach to 2009… lets try to get the open source software like linux out there instead of garnishing ad clicks for “windows XP” or “macintosh”.

That is like an electronics/gadget dream gift list right there.

I have a Nuvi, truly indispensable, as you noted.

I’d be happy to receive #3, 4, 8, 9, 10 this year. Though I suppose I don’t game enough so picking up #8 would eliminate the need for #10.

On the topic of #8 — For just $37 more, I’d recommend picking up the new Panasonic DMP-BD35K instead of the Samsung. The Panny is the first BD-Live enabled player for under $300 and is getting some excellent reviews.