For newcomers to the open source world, selecting a Linux desktop from the many available choices can seem overwhelming. But don't let that stop you! There's plenty of free expert advice available online to help you narrow the field and figure out which distro is likely to best suit your needs.
Maybe someday! Just got a shipping notice from Microsoft on my Windows 7 order -- they're late as usual -- it'll get here via UPS on 10/28/2009 -- shipped on the 24th -- what happened to their promise to deliver on 10/22???
Well, my teenage daughter thinks Ubuntu is great! I think you need a fresh mind to appreciate Linux (God knows she has a fresh mouth!) I use it irregularly. We all sit where we are comfortable and spoon-fed...we are creatures of habit.
It is all in what you want, or want to try. I like to tinker with lots of different OSs. Although Linux is by far my favorite, I do appreciate Windows 7. And, I have tried OSX too. Each has its charms and downfalls!
I am glad your granddaughter likes Ubuntu. I do too. It has evolved into quite a great distro!
Yes, Barn...I am Old! But I have 3 kids at home just the same. Emily 5, Patrick 14, and Erin 17. My older daughter Holly is 36...and Heather would be 40 now.