[ubuntu-za] Ubuntu/OSS desktop for kids

[Frank Kusel]

On 2012/08/20 09:35 AM, Percy Langa wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> Im in the process of setting up a PC for two kids aged 5 & 7. My aim 
> is really simple: get the kids to familiarise themselves with PCs, 
> learn (math, eng, geography, biology, etc), play games & watch movies.
>
> Now, my first instinct to install linux :) but Im a bit concerned that 
> their school PCs are Windows. Will they be bothered by the differences 
> between windows and linux? Should I worry at all?
>
> As a workaround, I think I will carry on with the linux install and 
> customise the DE/WM to mimick 'Windows look' as far as possible.
>
> Any thoughts? What setup do you guys have at home for kids?
>
> Cheers,
> Percy
>
Hi Percy.

In my experience kids are very flexible, and pick up user interfaces in 
their sleep. Just install linux with the native interface. Don't worry 
about differences with Windows - they convert stuff like that without 
even thinking.

All machines in my house run either dual boot or Linux, and the kids use 
Linux by default (their own decision).

My 2c worth.

Regards,
Frank