Linux Lite Xfce vs. Xubuntu

[newtusmaximus]

For a linux  newbie like me all I wanted was a light fast stable OS to replace Vista that would run on good, but dated, hardware and have suitable "office/work" packages. No fuss, just did the job and had sufficient help  online to iron out problems.  Tried Ubuntu but too slow - Mint too many "frills" hence HDD space,  Business mag suggested LL and apart from having to buy a different scanner , all hardware worked out of the box - once I read the  set up instructions properly   (When all else fails etc.!!). LL sets out to help newbies converting from W. It succeeds in bucketfuls for which I am truly thankful.

Some of the linux fraternity like to play around and test develop the OS, however the vast majority of new users want a simple OS that does what it says on the tin and works out of the box on their hardware.  Hence from this newbie many many thanks to all on the LL team.  May the word spread.  Ex Vista brigade next , then Win 7.

Many of business/ work packages are available for windows as well as linux (Thunderbird/Firefox/Libre Office, Skype, Dropbox, vlc etc so those considering the change to linux  can wean themselves gradually onto a different but "same" way of doing things.
Well worth the time spent.  Do it once, do it right!!