I just want to know, what is the difference between ubuntu Minimal, Desktop & Server Editions? How they differ? is it by performance? If yes which one is recommended for a normal user and which one is recommended for a advanced user ?
We've got an old computer at home which has really been left unused for a few years. It was the 'family computer' for a few years, and it is absolutely clogged down with programs, and runs so slowly it is almost useless - I'm sure you know the type. I think we got it new in 2004, and from memory, the specs are:
512 mb RAM
40 GB harddrive
2.0 GHz processor
I'll have to double check about the graphics card, but I'm pretty sure it's less than 128 MB
Anyway, a friend recommended Ubuntu to give this old computer a new lease on life, but I just wanted to ask here if there's anything I ought to know before going ahead with this. In particular, should I use an older version of Ubuntu, or possibly XUbuntu (which I've seen people talk about here), as for me quick response is far more important than flashy icons that may lag when you click them.
I'd rather not spend any more money on hardware. As I say, this computer is effectively unused today, and if we could just restore it for lag-less web browsing and word processing I think we'd call this a success.
Thanks for your help!
What version of Ubuntu can I run on an old desktop? Also, can I revert to old style navigation in 11.10?
I have a P4 3ghz 1 gb ram 160 gb HDD graphics: VESA: 6330
I installed 11.10, but it is slow.
What's the difference between the Server version of Ubuntu and the Desktop version?
For a company with non tech savvy computer users who will mainly need to upload/save pictures, send/receive emails, play solitaire/euchre, print envelopes, and manage taxes, what Ubuntu version would you suggest installing on all their systems?
Ubuntu? Kubuntu, Xubuntu. some other one?
Looking for the mix that does the most of this out of the box (if any of them at all even come with an envelope printing application).
Thank you.