[tonton]

Is there a small boot-time alternative OS I can load onto a 2GB memory card?

[Oisín]

There are several (Linux-flavoured). The only one I’ve used personally is Ubuntu Network Remix (UNR), which I found to be very sleek and nice to use. Others are eeebuntu, easypeasy, and Moblin.

Of course, these are all optimised for netbooks and their smaller screens, but they should work just fine on larger computers/screens.

[Wiskedjak]

I think the one you're looking for is Damn Small Linux
DSL information

[Cold Warrior]

What are you looking to get out of a small OS?

[larrinski]

I am running Mint on a 2Gb stick. It runs quick and looks great.
Main Page - Linux Mint

[tonton]

Originally Posted by Cold Warrior 

What are you looking to get out of a small OS?

Just tinkering. It would be nice if I could browse the internet and use the MSN and FaceBook chat protocols. Maybe a game or two... and BT (to another storage location, of course).

[bettafish2010]

Hello MacNN members!

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We're a software and development division based out of California, and have a talented team of individuals who are developing a next generation of applications for the iPad.

Not only that, we have a long history in the software development world. We first started our first branch in 2003 outside of Seattle, and have grown substantially. We've had great success with previous projects such as Neo Operating System 5, E-Byte Internet Browser & Word Wizard. We believe our long history and strong foundation in the software field has helped us become a strong competitor in the internet application marketplace. In fact, we're so confident, we wanted to spread the word to you fellow MacNN users.

We're developing what we believe is the solution to Apples failed attempts at an portable operating system environment. We have built the bridge to the other side -- closed the gap, so to speak. We have opened the door where Apple has shut them. We are the solution so many of you have been waiting for. The solution is simple, the solution is Neo OS 10.

We have been working on Neo OS 10 for the past 5 years. After large criticism and feedback, we revamped the entire OS, rebuilt the core on the new Red Globe file system 7.2, and updated the management system to handle todays taxing environments and hardware requirements. We believe we have created a new platform for powerful; it's unlimited only to the edges of your imagination.

We'll be allowing beta testing of this new operating system environment nearing the end of March to coincide with the release of the new iPad. If anyone is interested, we'll be glad to delivery you a digital download via our secure and encrypted website.

Thank you so much for your time, we really do look forward to bringing the next generation of operating system to you!

[Spheric Harlot]

(Edit: My post makes zero sense now that the previous one has been deleted. I don't understand - that wasn't spam; that was pure entertainment from a long-standing (complete psycho) member of the boards!)




WELCOME BACK!

What a blast from the past. I'm amazed this guy (I believe in his first incarnation as a 12-year-old with a pirated copy of Flash and even less brains that skill, it was still a guy) still dares to show up here.

How's your PowerBook G5?

Seriously, folks: If you're up for an afternoon's entertainment, search these forums for "bettafish" and read away.

[Cold Warrior]

post restored for context's sake.

[besson3c]

Can we see some screenshots of Neo OS 10?

[Oisín]

Originally Posted by Spheric Harlot 

How's your PowerBook G5?

Hey, at least he got the (initial) resolution of the 17” screens right, and he did sorta-kinda predict the nonexistent optical drive of the MacBook Air.

[msuper69]

"large criticism"

I have a much boot I'd like to place where you can't see it.