Hi Folks, Apologies to any who receive cross-postings!
I'm poised to install Linux on a newly acquired laptop. I've tried out the latest Ubuntu amd Gentoo live CDs, and both work nicely. (Indeed, with their common GNOME interface, there's isn't superificially much difference between them). However, I've formed a slightly happier impression of Gentoo (for reasons which I can't quite put my finger on -- its more of a "comfort" impression; also, the Gentoo live CD seems to have more stuff to try out than the Ubuntu one does).
I'd be grateful for any guidance from folks who have experiance of both, as to which may be the better one for long-term use.
I'm also planning to give PCLinuxOS a whirl, and maybe also Zenwalk, if anyone has comments.
Also feel free to advocate anything else! Essential are good support for Intel 945GM Integrated Graphics Controller (works with i810 driver), Synaptics touchpad with USB mouse as alternative (I hate touchpads, but this machine has no external PS/2 port ... ).
With thanks, Ted.
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