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I will leave this thread open till this time tomorrow in case anyone wants to add anything else,then I will mark it as solved.
Thank you all for the advice you have given me ( its much appreciated ) and I am sure I will run into some of you later as I continue to to learn Linux.
As far as Windows goes I could talk for quite a while about the run once key in the registery or how a virus takes ownership of your PC.
You mean you actually understand how the Windows registry works??! For me, that's an insoluble mystery. btw, Linux uses plain text files for all program configuration. You can find them in the /etc directory if you're interested. All of them are editable by root.
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I could even go on about the IFthen statement and variable flags in programming
We have a programming subforum too.
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but because I have no clue at all about Linux I am not sure what to say or how to say it.
Don't worry! We can make allowances for that. Anyone who really wants to learn is welcome here.
You mean you actually understand how the Windows registry works??! For me, that's an insoluble mystery. btw, Linux uses plain text files for all program configuration. You can find them in the /etc directory if you're interested. All of them are editable by root.
We have a programming subforum too.
Don't worry! We can make allowances for that. Anyone who really wants to learn is welcome here.
The Windows registery only has 4 keys ( with numerous subkeys )its just that 99.9% of Windows users are scared to go near it because if you make a mistake you coul;d turn your PC into a door stop.
As for programming,I will leave that till I get to know Linux,that is my main priority at the moment.
And for making allowances for a newbie.... thank you very much.
I must add that I find this a very friendly and helpfull forum
Glad to know you are not quite as upset as it seemed in your earlier posts.
There are a couple major differences between windows and linux that may help.
1. Linux is not susceptible to the plethora of viruses and malware like windows, although there are a few.
2. Learning the differences can be difficult, but is rewarding in the end because you have much more control.
You mentioned programming in windows. There are a lot of ways to do programming in linux, starting with simple shell scripts and leading up to all the tools used through out, including the actual system parts. In windows you cannot touch the system, but here you can if you wish. Shell scripts are similar to basic programs in their power but pale when compared to perl, python, C, C++, and many other languages that are available to use. With rare exception everything is open source so you can choose to make whatever changes you wish in whatever part of the system or its apps that you choose.
All the power that you had when using windows is readily available and tons more. You will just have to get through the initial learning curve then it will open up for you.
Don't worry! We can make allowances for that. Anyone who really wants to learn is welcome here.
Ain't that the truth. I'll tell you something. The traditional image of the Linux "geek" snarling "RTFM!" at newbies (don't ask; it's a bit rude!), every time they ask something basic, is steadily fading.....although there is still a core 'cadre' of older members on many long-established forums who seem to go out of their way to keep the old traditions alive (proving, if nothing else, that sarcasm is still alive & kicking).
Unbelievably, the person who will learn Linux the quickest - and find it easiest to do so - will be that rare individual who has never been exposed to Windows. MyCrudSoft's 'offering' will get you stuck in unproductive "grooves" quicker than you can say "Jack Robinson"..!
One thing's for sure; if you really WANT to learn Linux - and have an enquiring mind, and endless patience (and curiosity!) - there's plenty of genuine people on the 'net who are willing to help, and to explain things. I'll let you into one wee secret, though; we all of us appreciate it when the 'noob' or 'newbie' DOES do at least a little bit of research themselves first.....rather than (like some), posting on many Linux forums and literally expecting to be 'spoon-fed'.
The quickest way to learn anything is to dive-in and "get your hands dirty". Straight-up!
You'll be fine. Welcome to the "dark side".....
Mike.
Last edited by Mike_Walsh; 02-02-2021 at 07:24 PM.
Ain't that the truth. I'll tell you something. The traditional image of the Linux "geek" snarling "RTFM!" at newbies (don't ask; it's a bit rude!), every time they ask something basic, is steadily fading.....although there is still a core 'cadre' of older members on many long-established forums who seem to go out of their way to keep the old traditions alive (proving, if nothing else, that sarcasm is still alive & kicking).
Unbelievably, the person who will learn Linux the quickest - and find it easiest to do so - will be that rare individual who has never been exposed to Windows. MyCrudSoft's 'offering' will get you stuck in unproductive "grooves" quicker than you can say "Jack Robinson"..!
One thing's for sure; if you really WANT to learn Linux - and have an enquiring mind, and endless patience (and curiosity!) - there's plenty of genuine people on the 'net who are willing to help, and to explain things. I'll let you into one wee secret, though; we all of us appreciate it when the 'noob' or 'newbie' DOES do at least a little bit of research themselves first.....rather than (like some), posting on many Linux forums and literally expecting to be 'spoon-fed'.
The quickest way to learn anything is to dive-in and "get your hands dirty". Straight-up!
You'll be fine. Welcome to the "dark side".....
Mike.
I intend to do just that.But first I have to learn a few basics,for instance I done even know yet how to install software,or for that matter how to download it but as I said.I assure you as soon as I learn the basics I will be off and running.
But first I have to learn a few basics,for instance I done even know yet how to install software,or for that matter how to download it but as I said.I assure you as soon as I learn the basics I will be off and running.
Well,thanks for that.I can see ( thanks to all on here ) that I will be up and away before you know it.
I must say again that the people on this forum are very friendly and helpful.With this sort of backing I will be an expert by the end of the year.Thanks again.
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