[TenTec] (ham station computer choice)

[Lee]

I would second that motion, Kimberly, and recommend in addition that one
build their own OS from the ground up - and for the same reasons. No, you
don't have to be a coder - there are several brands of Linux that offer
this DIY approach - where you can configure and compile your own kernel,
and compile, install & configure all the software -  according to your own
specifications. I have done this myself, and it's much easier than you
think.

Then you'd really take ownership of your computer, and be able to fix
almost anything that arises. To say nothing of the satisfaction of putting
it together.
On May 7, 2014 9:28 AM, "Kimberly Elmore" <cw_de_n5op at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> I always simply build my own and install the OS myself. That way, I have
> complete and total control over every aspect. It's remarkably easy,
> relatively inexpensive, has no proprietary hardware, and I know what's in
> it. Simply pick a CPU flavor you like, buy a motherboard that supports the
> CPU, buy a case and power supply, get a graphics card that does what you
> want, plug in memory, get a hard disk that's far bigger than you think
> you'll ever need (no less than 1 TB) and have at it. Much, much easier than
> "building" anything radio!
>
> Kim N5OP
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