Should You Consider Switching to Linux?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the consideration of switching to Linux, with participants sharing links to articles and commercials related to operating systems, particularly contrasting Linux with Apple and Microsoft. The scope includes informal commentary and references to marketing strategies.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that there are compelling reasons to switch to Linux, while another implies that there may be reasons not to.
  • Links to articles mocking Apple are shared, indicating a humorous take on the operating system debate.
  • Participants discuss Apple commercials that depict users' dissatisfaction with Microsoft and their positive experiences after trying Macintosh, highlighting the marketing narrative.
  • There is a reference to the specific format of the Apple commercials, which included a white background and a concluding statement from the users.
  • One participant expresses confusion about the referenced Apple commercial campaign.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on whether switching to Linux is advisable, and there are mixed reactions to the Apple commercials referenced, indicating a lack of agreement on their relevance or impact.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express confusion regarding the Apple commercials, suggesting that not all viewers may be familiar with the context or content of the campaign.

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Here's why people should switch to Linux..or maybe not
http://www.ubergeek.tv/article.php?pid=54&swfSize=3
 
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I don't get that one :S
 
Apple had run a series of commercials where people were expressing their discontent with Microsoft, then they tried a Macintosh and it changed their life, yada yada.
 
Each commercial, like that had a completely white background.

Near the end, an Apple logo would come up with the words: Apple.com/switch under it.

Then, right at the end the person would say, "My name is, and I'm a _____"
 
That apple one is awesome.
"I even get to wear a cape"
 
Originally posted by Monique
I don't get that one :S

The commercials have been wiped off Apple.com, but here is what the campaign was about:

http://www.apple.com/switch/
 
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