Ten Below
24-11-13, 20:53
Zorin OS...... well worth a look for any linux newbie
http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p506/linuxsat/Screenshotfrom2013-11-07160525_zpse7ffeac4.png (http://s1153.photobucket.com/user/linuxsat/media/Screenshotfrom2013-11-07160525_zpse7ffeac4.png.html)
For the past month i have been trying out as many different linux distros as possible & think this one deserves a mention for any member that is unsure about moving from windows to linux, don't worry about not been able to use your favourite windows programmes as this comes with both wine & playonlinux preinstalled and for any that will not run on those you can install VMware player (which is free for non commercial use) and run it in unity mode so they appear on your desktop just like they are running in linux which is pretty cool.
http://www.vmware.com/uk/products/player/
About Zorin
Main advantages
The Zorin OS operating system gives you the ultimate desktop experience. Some of the advantages of Zorin OS:
No risk of getting viruses
Much faster than Windows 7
An easy to use and familiar desktop
Customizable user interface thanks to our Look Changer
Stable as it is based on the robust Linux operating system
All the software you'll ever need out of the box
Extremely versatile and customizable Open Source software
Available in over 55 languages
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/no-virus.pngTop-notch security
People are in constant fear of viruses and malware in this digital world. Thanks to Zorin OS's immunity to Windows viruses you will never have to worry about them. Zorin OS also comes with integrated firewall software to keep your system extra safe. When a potential security threat arises, software updates usually come within a matter of hours through the Update Manager. With Zorin OS you are sure to have peace of mind.
http://zorin-os.com/images/easy.png
Easy to use, familiar desktop
The main goal of Zorin OS is to give Windows users easy access to Linux. That is why Zorin OS incorporates the familiar Windows 7-like interface by default to dramatically reduce the learning curve of this system while still experiencing the main advantages of Linux. You can also utilise the desktop with other interfaces. This is thanks to the exclusive Zorin Look Changer which lets you change your desktop to look and act like either Windows 7, Windows XP or GNOME 2 in the free versions of Zorin OS. The Premium versions also include the Windows 2000, Unity and Mac OS X looks.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/apps.png
Out-of-the-box software solution
Zorin OS is packed with software, ready for you to take advantage of. From the versatile LibreOffice suite to the feature-packed OpenShot video editor, it's got it all. Zorin OS is sure to facilitate all of your everyday tasks such as web browsing, document creation, social networking, making videos, chatting with your friends and beyond, all without having to install anything.
We have even split up Zorin OS into seven different versions to facilitate the requirements of various user groups with additional software. Those versions include the free Core version for general use, Lite for use on old and low-spec computers, Educational Lite for use in schools and universities and the premium Business, Multimedia, Gaming and Ultimate versions.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/softwarecenter.png
Software Galore
If the pre-installed software isn't enough for your requirements, there is no need to worry about it. Zorin OS comes with the Software Center which allows you to download and install tens of thousands of free and paid-for programs. All you have to do is open the Software Center from the start menu, find a program which you want and click Install. You can even install Windows programs on Zorin OS in a similar way with PlayOnLinux. You are also able to download installable packages (.deb and .exe) like in your current operating system.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/compatibility.png
Compatibility
Nearly every file that you use with your current operating system will work perfectly in Zorin OS with no need for additional setup. All your office documents, music, videos, pictures etc. will work out of the box in Zorin OS. Zorin OS also supports a large library of devices such as printers, scanners, cameras, keyboards. These devices will work as soon as you plug them in without the need for installing additional drivers. You can even use Windows programs and games inside Zorin OS thanks to the includedWINE (http://www.winehq.org/) and PlayOnLinux (http://www.playonlinux.com/) software.
http://zorin-os.com/images/flexibilitytour.png
Flexibility
Zorin OS gives you more flexibility. It allows you to use Zorin OS alongside your current operating system. While you install Zorin OS to your computer you have the option to keep your current operating system alongside Zorin OS and choose which one to load on start-up.
http://zorin-os.com/images/accessibility.png
Accessibility
We want to make computers usable by everyone including disabled people so we have included tools in Zorin OS which make it one of the most accessible operating systems around. It includes such helpful tools as a text to speech program, Orca screen narrator, a screen magnifier for the visually impaired and a dwell click feature for pressing a mouse button automatically.
Download:
http://zorin-os.com/index.html
http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p506/linuxsat/Screenshotfrom2013-11-07160525_zpse7ffeac4.png (http://s1153.photobucket.com/user/linuxsat/media/Screenshotfrom2013-11-07160525_zpse7ffeac4.png.html)
For the past month i have been trying out as many different linux distros as possible & think this one deserves a mention for any member that is unsure about moving from windows to linux, don't worry about not been able to use your favourite windows programmes as this comes with both wine & playonlinux preinstalled and for any that will not run on those you can install VMware player (which is free for non commercial use) and run it in unity mode so they appear on your desktop just like they are running in linux which is pretty cool.
http://www.vmware.com/uk/products/player/
About Zorin
Main advantages
The Zorin OS operating system gives you the ultimate desktop experience. Some of the advantages of Zorin OS:
No risk of getting viruses
Much faster than Windows 7
An easy to use and familiar desktop
Customizable user interface thanks to our Look Changer
Stable as it is based on the robust Linux operating system
All the software you'll ever need out of the box
Extremely versatile and customizable Open Source software
Available in over 55 languages
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/no-virus.pngTop-notch security
People are in constant fear of viruses and malware in this digital world. Thanks to Zorin OS's immunity to Windows viruses you will never have to worry about them. Zorin OS also comes with integrated firewall software to keep your system extra safe. When a potential security threat arises, software updates usually come within a matter of hours through the Update Manager. With Zorin OS you are sure to have peace of mind.
http://zorin-os.com/images/easy.png
Easy to use, familiar desktop
The main goal of Zorin OS is to give Windows users easy access to Linux. That is why Zorin OS incorporates the familiar Windows 7-like interface by default to dramatically reduce the learning curve of this system while still experiencing the main advantages of Linux. You can also utilise the desktop with other interfaces. This is thanks to the exclusive Zorin Look Changer which lets you change your desktop to look and act like either Windows 7, Windows XP or GNOME 2 in the free versions of Zorin OS. The Premium versions also include the Windows 2000, Unity and Mac OS X looks.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/apps.png
Out-of-the-box software solution
Zorin OS is packed with software, ready for you to take advantage of. From the versatile LibreOffice suite to the feature-packed OpenShot video editor, it's got it all. Zorin OS is sure to facilitate all of your everyday tasks such as web browsing, document creation, social networking, making videos, chatting with your friends and beyond, all without having to install anything.
We have even split up Zorin OS into seven different versions to facilitate the requirements of various user groups with additional software. Those versions include the free Core version for general use, Lite for use on old and low-spec computers, Educational Lite for use in schools and universities and the premium Business, Multimedia, Gaming and Ultimate versions.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/softwarecenter.png
Software Galore
If the pre-installed software isn't enough for your requirements, there is no need to worry about it. Zorin OS comes with the Software Center which allows you to download and install tens of thousands of free and paid-for programs. All you have to do is open the Software Center from the start menu, find a program which you want and click Install. You can even install Windows programs on Zorin OS in a similar way with PlayOnLinux. You are also able to download installable packages (.deb and .exe) like in your current operating system.
http://zorin-os.com/images/temp/compatibility.png
Compatibility
Nearly every file that you use with your current operating system will work perfectly in Zorin OS with no need for additional setup. All your office documents, music, videos, pictures etc. will work out of the box in Zorin OS. Zorin OS also supports a large library of devices such as printers, scanners, cameras, keyboards. These devices will work as soon as you plug them in without the need for installing additional drivers. You can even use Windows programs and games inside Zorin OS thanks to the includedWINE (http://www.winehq.org/) and PlayOnLinux (http://www.playonlinux.com/) software.
http://zorin-os.com/images/flexibilitytour.png
Flexibility
Zorin OS gives you more flexibility. It allows you to use Zorin OS alongside your current operating system. While you install Zorin OS to your computer you have the option to keep your current operating system alongside Zorin OS and choose which one to load on start-up.
http://zorin-os.com/images/accessibility.png
Accessibility
We want to make computers usable by everyone including disabled people so we have included tools in Zorin OS which make it one of the most accessible operating systems around. It includes such helpful tools as a text to speech program, Orca screen narrator, a screen magnifier for the visually impaired and a dwell click feature for pressing a mouse button automatically.
Download:
http://zorin-os.com/index.html