Originally Posted By: peter
Originally Posted By: Dignan
Originally Posted By: mlord
So, I think I might just start recommending Linux only for new non computer savvy users. They seem be to taking to it naturally, so why not encourage it. smile

Because you'll need to offer 100% of the technical support.

As opposed to what percentage if you issue them with Windows or MacOS machines? smile

Well, in my case, as opposed to 0%. With the former, it was always "I don't know much about Windows, but you might be able to try <insert remedy here>. If that doesn't work, you'll have to ask someone who knows Windows." With the latter, I say "I don't know anything about OS X. Ask the people at the Genius Bar."

I will say, however, that support requests decreased significantly now that my parents are on a non-painfully slow net connection, and have learned to Google it first.