09-29-2017, 12:10 PM
Thanks to all contributors here, a very civilized forum, but I particularly note TheDead's point and I believe that LL is aimed at Windows users looking for a way into Linux that doesn't require a knowledge of (nor indeed a lack of fear of) command line use etc.
Here is the link to LL project leader Jerry's s statement, which was the clincher for me in choosing LL
https://www.freecinema2022.gq/forums/linux...te-has/15/
I copy here (my post from another thread) what I did re getting back to normal re updating and software installation, (I meant EFF, Electronic Frontier Foundation, not EF as I wrote):
"I took my own advice, being in a hurry, and tried Systemback to two earlier restore points, but it didn't restore the lost functionality.
I used my original usb live and re-installed the OS, used bluetooth from phone hotspot to get online and load all updates, installed wifi driver, then I saw upgrade to LL 3.6 offered so I did that. I was happy enough to re-install (this time) and I had earlier cleaned out my Firefox of all add-ons except two from EF:. https and badger, the latter incidentally blocks most ads. Other add-ons create malware vulnerabilities with their system permissions.
I ran Home folder restore which restored Firefox and Thunderbird settings and content.
Again - this is a superb OS, especially for a Windows refugee like me. I will copy an ISO of my customized install when ready to USB for future emergencies, plus create another more generic install on another pc and copy ISO of that for others if they want."
Anyway, I think for me I will be playing it safe for now and just using what is in the Synaptic Package Manager, or advised in the excellent Help Manual. I have made Firefox more secure now so I will stay with it. Who knows what I'll be using next year.
Here is the link to LL project leader Jerry's s statement, which was the clincher for me in choosing LL
https://www.freecinema2022.gq/forums/linux...te-has/15/
I copy here (my post from another thread) what I did re getting back to normal re updating and software installation, (I meant EFF, Electronic Frontier Foundation, not EF as I wrote):
"I took my own advice, being in a hurry, and tried Systemback to two earlier restore points, but it didn't restore the lost functionality.
I used my original usb live and re-installed the OS, used bluetooth from phone hotspot to get online and load all updates, installed wifi driver, then I saw upgrade to LL 3.6 offered so I did that. I was happy enough to re-install (this time) and I had earlier cleaned out my Firefox of all add-ons except two from EF:. https and badger, the latter incidentally blocks most ads. Other add-ons create malware vulnerabilities with their system permissions.
I ran Home folder restore which restored Firefox and Thunderbird settings and content.
Again - this is a superb OS, especially for a Windows refugee like me. I will copy an ISO of my customized install when ready to USB for future emergencies, plus create another more generic install on another pc and copy ISO of that for others if they want."
Anyway, I think for me I will be playing it safe for now and just using what is in the Synaptic Package Manager, or advised in the excellent Help Manual. I have made Firefox more secure now so I will stay with it. Who knows what I'll be using next year.
SN. I hope my reply has been useful - click Thank on the left.