One point that I forgot to mention, we just may run ltsp ***running apps locally***. I don't think this matters much except for the possibility of using onboard ethernet. > -----Original Message----- > From: plug-discuss-admin@lists.plug.phoenix.az.us > [mailto:plug-discuss-admin@lists.plug.phoenix.az.us]On Behalf Of Mark > Berkwitt > Sent: Thursday, September 26, 2002 10:35 PM > To: PLUG > Subject: I need advice on building 4 linux boxes. > > > This is why I'm posting this question. > > I would prefer the pricing and power/$ of AMD processors but Intel > processors generally run cooler requiring a cheaper case, PS, HSF, > electric/AC bill and it's quieter. These will be placed in one small room. > (Of course energy consumption probably isn't a meaningful point until the > day we can talk about inexpensive flat-panel monitors.) > > > > I don't have a clue on the current state of motherboards. > > > > Usage? Arcade games and some educational apps on Red Hat. > > > > Video cards? I suppose some brand that supports linux *well*. > > I generally like Newegg so if you have an impulse to check them > out and make > a suggestion we will probably actually use your advice. I'm getting > pressured to order this stuff today. > > Thanks. > > > -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- > PLUG-discuss mailing list - PLUG-discuss@lists.plug.phoenix.az.us > To subscribe, unsubscribe, or to change you mail settings: > http://lists.PLUG.phoenix.az.us/mailman/listinfo/plug-discuss >