[SGVLUG] Re: SGVLUG Digest, Vol 128, Issue 2

[Dan Borne]

I think the laptop could be Asus's EEE pc?

2007/12/13, sgvlug-request at sgvlug.net <sgvlug-request at sgvlug.net>:
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>    1. Re: jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit? (Robert Leyva)
>    2. Re: jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit? (Sean O'Donnell)
>    3. Re: jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit? (Jana Lingo)
>    4. Re: jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit? ( Charles Wyble )
>    5. Fw: Laptop computer - do you know anything about it? (Tom Emerson)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:19:26 -0500 (EST)
> From: "Robert Leyva" <mrflash818 at geophile.net>
> Subject: Re: [SGVLUG] jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit?
> To: "SGVLUG Discussion List." <sgvlug at sgvlug.net>
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> In a pinch, perhaps use emacs or eclipse, as they understand java syntax
> for highlighting and indenting?
>
> Once you can get jEdit happy, then just switch back....
>
> > I'm unable to get jEdit running on a Debian etch 32-bit system, but am
> > able to get it running on a Debian etch 64-bit system. It's installed,
> > but won't run.
> >
> > ...
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Sean
> >
>
>
> --
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> Robert Leyva
> mrflash818 at geophile.net
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> ------------------------------
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> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:17:55 -0800
> From: "Sean O'Donnell" <sean at seanodonnell.com>
> Subject: Re: [SGVLUG] jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit?
> To: "SGVLUG Discussion List." <sgvlug at sgvlug.net>
> Message-ID: <47606C23.3030200 at seanodonnell.com>
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> uhoh, I sense an emacs and eclipse vs. vim and jedit debate brewing...
>
> I'll just say that I'd prefer *NOT* to use emacs or eclipse, and leave
> it at that. =p
>
> but yea, there are plenty of alternatives.
>
> I'd really like to get jEdit functional on here. It's the closest to
> UltraEdit that I can find for a Linux GUI, and I've become quite comfy
> w/ it now for some time. VIM will do for now though.
>
> I don't want to start a Slackware vs. Debian debate either, but these
> types of package-related issues usually are non-existent in Slackware,
> seeing how slackware does a very good job of including old libs and
> other stuff that seems to always be a pain in most other distros I've
> used.
>
> It is refreshing to use debian and package-based software for a change
> though, but the irony of it actually consuming more time than it would
> me compiling or using Slackware, just makes me chuckle... =p
>
> PS: jEdit runs fine on Slackware and slamd64 w/ no need for 6+ different
> Java Packages. =p
>
> -Sean
>
> *thinking of returning to Slackware...*
>
> Robert Leyva wrote:
> > In a pinch, perhaps use emacs or eclipse, as they understand java syntax
> > for highlighting and indenting?
> >
> > Once you can get jEdit happy, then just switch back....
> >
> >
> >> I'm unable to get jEdit running on a Debian etch 32-bit system, but am
> >> able to get it running on a Debian etch 64-bit system. It's installed,
> >> but won't run.
> >>
> >> ...
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >>
> >> Sean
> >>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:11:58 -0800
> From: "Jana Lingo" <jana.lingo at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [SGVLUG] jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit?
> To: "SGVLUG Discussion List." <sgvlug at sgvlug.net>
> Message-ID:
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> Further thought....
> Do you have all the repostories(Universe, Multiverse,
> tryingToRemeberTheOtherVerses :) ) enabled?
> remembering that Sun and Debain have different thoughts on what "free"
> is...
>
>
> On 12/12/07, Sean O'Donnell <sean at seanodonnell.com> wrote:
> >
> > uhoh, I sense an emacs and eclipse vs. vim and jedit debate brewing...
> >
> > I'll just say that I'd prefer *NOT* to use emacs or eclipse, and leave
> > it at that. =p
> >
> > but yea, there are plenty of alternatives.
> >
> > I'd really like to get jEdit functional on here. It's the closest to
> > UltraEdit that I can find for a Linux GUI, and I've become quite comfy
> > w/ it now for some time. VIM will do for now though.
> >
> > I don't want to start a Slackware vs. Debian debate either, but these
> > types of package-related issues usually are non-existent in Slackware,
> > seeing how slackware does a very good job of including old libs and
> > other stuff that seems to always be a pain in most other distros I've
> > used.
> >
> > It is refreshing to use debian and package-based software for a change
> > though, but the irony of it actually consuming more time than it would
> > me compiling or using Slackware, just makes me chuckle... =p
> >
> > PS: jEdit runs fine on Slackware and slamd64 w/ no need for 6+ different
> > Java Packages. =p
> >
> > -Sean
> >
> > *thinking of returning to Slackware...*
> >
> > Robert Leyva wrote:
> > > In a pinch, perhaps use emacs or eclipse, as they understand java
> syntax
> > > for highlighting and indenting?
> > >
> > > Once you can get jEdit happy, then just switch back....
> > >
> > >
> > >> I'm unable to get jEdit running on a Debian etch 32-bit system, but
> am
> > >> able to get it running on a Debian etch 64-bit system. It's
> installed,
> > >> but won't run.
> > >>
> > >> ...
> > >>
> > >> Thanks,
> > >>
> > >> Sean
> > >>
> >
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> Message: 4
> Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2007 01:27:33 +0000
> From: " Charles Wyble " <charles at thewybles.com>
> Subject: Re: [SGVLUG] jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit?
> To: "SGVLUG Discussion List." <sgvlug at sgvlug.net>
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> You are thinking ubuntu. Debian has contrib and non free.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: "Jana Lingo" <jana.lingo at gmail.com>
>
> Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:11:58
> To:"SGVLUG Discussion List." <sgvlug at sgvlug.net>
> Subject: Re: [SGVLUG] jEdit on Debian (etch) 32-bit?
>
>
> Further thought....
> Do you have all the repostories(Universe, Multiverse,
> tryingToRemeberTheOtherVerses :) ) enabled?
> remembering that Sun and Debain have different thoughts on what "free"
> is...
>
>
> On 12/12/07, Sean O'Donnell <sean at seanodonnell.com <mailto:
> sean at seanodonnell.com> > wrote: uhoh, I sense an emacs and eclipse vs. vim
> and jedit debate brewing...
>
> I'll just say that I'd prefer *NOT* to use emacs or eclipse, and leave
> it at that. =p
>
> but yea, there are plenty of alternatives.
>
> I'd really like to get jEdit functional on here. It's the closest to
> UltraEdit that I can find for a Linux GUI, and I've become quite comfy
> w/ it now for some time. VIM will do for now though.
>
> I don't want to start a Slackware vs. Debian debate either, but these
> types of package-related issues usually are non-existent in Slackware,
> seeing how slackware does a very good job of including old libs and
> other stuff that seems to always be a pain in most other distros I've
> used.
>
> It is refreshing to use debian and package-based software for a change
> though, but the irony of it actually consuming more time than it would
> me compiling or using Slackware, just makes me chuckle... =p
>
> PS: jEdit runs fine on Slackware and slamd64 w/ no need for 6+ different
> Java Packages. =p
>
> -Sean
>
> *thinking of returning to Slackware...*
>
> Robert Leyva wrote:
> > In a pinch, perhaps use emacs or eclipse, as they understand java syntax
> > for highlighting and indenting?
> >
> > Once you can get jEdit happy, then just switch back....
> >
> >
> >> I'm unable to get jEdit running on a Debian etch 32-bit system, but am
> >> able to get it running on a Debian etch 64-bit system. It's installed,
> >> but won't run.
> >>
> >> ...
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >>
> >> Sean
> >>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:06:00 -0800 (PST)
> From: Tom Emerson <osnut at pacbell.net>
> Subject: [SGVLUG] Fw: Laptop computer - do you know anything about it?
> To: sgvlug at sgvlug.net
> Message-ID: <505809.42471.qm at web83729.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-7"
>
> I got the following excerpt of an article from my mom -- as she says, she
> doesn't "subscribe" to whatever newsletter this came from, so only has the
> front page or so.  Unfortunately, the author does not mention the
> manufacturer or a couple of other juicy details, but in reading the
> description of what comes "standard", it sounds suspiciously like it might
> be a Linux based laptop.  I know there is the "one laptop per child"
> initiative that is currently at around half this price, but I don't think it
> weighs as little nor is as small as what is mentioned here.
>
> If anyone knows more about this (and yeah, I'll probably search google
> too...) let me know and I'll get back to her -- thanks
>
> ----- Forwarded Message ----
> From: Sally Emerson <4dicknsallye at aceweb.com>
> Hi Tom
> This came from Dick Eastman - a genealogy writer and I wondered if you
> knew about it, what it really is, unfortunately his entire article is
> not available to me as I don't subscribe to his entire newsletter.
>
> Mom
>
>
>
>
>
>
> (+) The Latest Practical (?) Gadget: A
> Two-Pound Laptop
>
>
> This week I have been using a new laptop computer
> that is about the size of a VHS videotape. In fact, I can carry this
> powerful laptop in my overcoat pocket. This tiny computer weighs about
> two pounds (0.92 kilograms). It is an ideal system for use when
> traveling since it is so portable. This laptop¢s keyboard is a bit
> smaller than standard computers, but one of my touch typist friends was
> able to use it easily after about five minutes¢ practice.
>
> This coat-pocket sized computer even includes more than 40 built-in
> applications, including a rather powerful word processor (similar to
> Microsoft Word), a spreadsheet program (similar to Excel), a
> presentation program (similar to PowerPoint), the Firefox web browser,
> the Thunderbird e-mail program, Adobe Acrobat to read PDF files, a
> complete dictionary on the hard drive, an instant messaging program
> that is compatible with the most popular IM services, Skype for making
> free telephone calls, and even two-way video conferencing, an MP3 music
> player, a video player, a paintbrush program, and a lot more. It also
> includes a microphone and "voice command" software, a feature that
> allows you to control the PC by just speaking to it. (This isn't a true
> "voice recognition" system; it can only "launch" or start certain
> programs for you. You still need to use the touchpad and keyboard to
> interact with and end programs.) This tiny powerhouse also includes
> Solitaire and a few other simple games. All the included programs are
> included free of charge. If I had to purchase similar,
> commercially-produced programs, I probably would have to pay more than
> $500 for software functionality to match what is already included in
> this tiny laptop.
>
>
>
>
> The list of included hardware is equally impressive: both wired and
> wireless (Wi-Fi) networking, a built-in video camera, an Intel Celeron
> processor, a half gigabyte of memory, and more. In short, this tiny
> powerhouse has most of the functionality of any modern laptop.
>
> Now comes the best part: the retail price is $399 U.S. dollars, a
> fraction of the price of competitive machines. It also includes a
> 24-month warranty, longer than most other laptops.
>
> I was surprised at how easy this tiny computer is to use. In fact, I
> am writing this article on the new tiny laptop PC.
>
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"Dan Borne "groundferret" "
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