I've recently switched to Ubuntu as my default OS. The exponential improvement
in Linux usability over the last year or two suggests that the long awaited
tipping point for Linux migration could be close.

The big thing tying many users to Windows and Apple is niche programs. In my
case it's Dreamweaver for my dynamic web content.

Please, please Adobe hear my plea.

I've sworn an oath in blood never to buy another Windows program and I'm too
old to start again with Macs, so I'm morally obliged to stick with an XP
virtual machine and the CS3 suite until you guys produce Dreamweaver for Linux
or my knowledge of PHP improves.

Whom do I have to kill for a hearing?

There's money in it. :grin;

mywitsend wrote:
> I've recently switched to Ubuntu as my default OS. The exponential improvement
> in Linux usability over the last year or two suggests that the long awaited
> tipping point for Linux migration could be close.
>
> The big thing tying many users to Windows and Apple is niche programs. In my
> case it's Dreamweaver for my dynamic web content.
>
> Please, please Adobe hear my plea.
>
> I've sworn an oath in blood never to buy another Windows program and I'm too
> old to start again with Macs, so I'm morally obliged to stick with an XP
> virtual machine and the CS3 suite until you guys produce Dreamweaver for Linux
> or my knowledge of PHP improves.

I flirted with the idea of switching to Linux for years but finally gave
up, for several reasons. One was the niche program problem you
mentioned. In addition, I had the perception that Linux just wasn't
ready for prime time yet; I need something really user friendly.

So I finally ditched M$ for a Mac and have no regrets. But I'd still
like to give Linux a try some day. With so many different organizations,
both commercial and open source, now shattering Bill Gates' monopolistic
empire, I suspect Linux may finally spread its wings and fly.


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Adobe does not check these forums:

http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/mmform/...?name=wishform

Also the statistics show that the majority is still with Windows and Mac. The
closest to Unix that you can get is a Mac. And honestly, you should go after
Microsoft first. They are the trend setter with software. If Office is not on
Linux then why would Adobe jump ship?

Also if you are too old to jump to a Mac how did you ever make the jump to
Linux? I find that having a Mac store and tons of live people with support and
training is a lot more inviting then Linux for someone who doesn't feel they
have the time for a learning curve.

[q]Originally posted by: Newsgroup User
I flirted with the idea of switching to Linux for years but finally gave
up ........ Linux just wasn't ready for prime time yet ......... I'd still
like to give Linux a try some day ......... I suspect Linux may finally spread
its wings and fly.
David Blomstrom: Pol-IT-ics Expert
http://www.geobop.org/ | http://www.invisible-republic.org/
http://www.billysoft.org/ (M$)
http://www.freedomware.us/Topics/Mac_vs_PC/
[/q]

My post was meant to be somewhat tongue-in-cheek. i'm not expecting miracles.


I've been dipping my toe into Linux for 10 years or so and like you always
gave it away. Ubuntu 8.04 and virtual machines have made it a viable option for
me now. It's a no brainer for those whose needs are basic - email, Internet and
word processing - and i don't believe it would be as difficult to introduce
your Grandmother to Ubuntu as it would be to Windows. Mainly because it's hard
to break.

But as you say, the niche programs like DW, music arrangement, video editing,
etc. are a big barrier. My philosophy is to use both OS's until Linux apps
overtake my current Windows apps in usability.

[q]Originally posted by: SnakEyez02

.... the statistics show that the majority is still with Windows and Mac.
....... if you are too old to jump to a Mac how did you ever make the jump to
Linux? ...[/q]

You're quite right of course. In my case I'm retired and I don't want to make
the $$$ investment in 3 new Mac machines. Anyway I run a Windows site and
blog. (

MS have annoyed me with the top heavy Vista edifice, learning Linux is a bit
of a challenge and it's fun for a slightly over-the-hill retiree.

Things could get interesting. If Linux use increased 10-fold, which is not
impossible at the rate at which it's improving, companies like Adobe could find
the prospect of producing Linux apps attractive. CS3 is a great suite of
products so I live in hope.

[q]Originally posted by: SnakEyez02
http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/mmform/...?name=wishform
[/q]
Thanks for that link SnakeEyez.
I've made a request. I'm sure they'll heed my plaintive cry.
)

David Blomstrom wrote:
> So I finally ditched M$ for a Mac and have no regrets.

lol OS X is Linux, just with Apples twist on it

Steve

> Things could get interesting. If Linux use increased 10-fold, which is not
> impossible at the rate at which it's improving,

It would need to increase specifically in the WORKSTATION market to make a
real impact on Adobe's marketing evaluations, I think. And your 10-fold
number sounds about right.

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"mywitsend" <webforumsuser@macromedia.com> wrote in message
news:g34n0l$jn1$1@forums.macromedia.com...
> [q]Originally posted by: SnakEyez02
>
> .... the statistics show that the majority is still with Windows and Mac.
> ...... if you are too old to jump to a Mac how did you ever make the jump
> to
> Linux? ...[/q]
>
> You're quite right of course. In my case I'm retired and I don't want to
> make
> the $$$ investment in 3 new Mac machines. Anyway I run a Windows site
> and
> blog. (
>
> MS have annoyed me with the top heavy Vista edifice, learning Linux is a
> bit
> of a challenge and it's fun for a slightly over-the-hill retiree.
>
> Things could get interesting. If Linux use increased 10-fold, which is not
> impossible at the rate at which it's improving, companies like Adobe could
> find
> the prospect of producing Linux apps attractive. CS3 is a great suite of
> products so I live in hope.
>