[offtopic]Not necessarily. Some people just like it. I remember not that long ago, there was a predominant member here who liked XP, He also liked Linux but was particularly fond of OS as well. He once said something like he knows this is an anti MS site, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with someone having a personal opinion which happened to be in favor of XP. Agreed, it is a strange preference to have when your a member of an anti MS forum. However, people are entitled to their opinions. I have found converting people has been much easier when I don't point out the flaws of windows and simply show the benefits of Linux. Some take it personal when you rant about how crap something they know and are comfortable with, is. It tends to make these people feel like they are being called idiots, most of which weren't even aware there were several other choices out there. If he prefers it or even likes it, it's up to him. Instead of doing the "TEH WINBLOWZ SUXORS!!!" Encourage them to set up a dual boot and play with it. Give them some forums and web sites for help. Show them how to access the distro instructions, and most importantly, make sure they know if they are stumped, they can call you for help....not at 3a.m. preferably. I'm not criticising anyone or pointing any fingers. I am just stating this has seemed to be much more effective for me. When I leave the appearance of choice and choose to inform rather than dictate, my convertees have been much more receptive and likely to at least try it...then the seed is planted.
I do find it odd, that an open source community, which bases it's very principles on various different kinds of freedom, generally acts with this elitist attitude that is a big turn off to someone who may genuinely be interested. Remember, Windows is forced on you, You have to go get Linux.[/offtopic]
Oh yeah, the best thing I ever did was to have the japanese chip installed to my PS2 while I was in Korea. I can now play all games, regardless of region and I can watch most regions DVD's. I have nos desire for any of the XBoxes or PS3 or the other consoles out there. PS2 does exactly what I want it too, plays games. That's what I bought it for after all.
