In defense (was Re: what to do about Windows email worms)

[mailinglist at endosquid.com (Brendan)]

On Wednesday 28 January 2004 08:40, Rich Braun wrote:
> As for why one would run Windows on a home-based Linux network, let alone
> one at an ordinary R&D or other office environment:  there are widely used
> apps that either don't run well or don't run at all on a Linux desktop.
>
> My list includes:
>   - Excel/Word
>   - TaxCut
>   - Quicken
>   - Quickbooks
>   - StreetAtlas
>   - MusicMatch
>   - ImageWalker (a photo-album and scanner tool)
>   - Exact Audio Copy
>   - Citrix Client
>   - 3D Home Architect
>
> Would love to hear from anyone else here on the list who uses programs like
> these under Linux.

An excellent resouce for finding equivalents:
http://linuxshop.ru/linuxbegin/win-lin-soft-en/table.shtml

If that doesn't help, Crossover Office works wonders:
http://www.codeweavers.com/site/compatibility/browse/cat

Of course, I use them to run programs to try out mostly for friends. I find 
Linux has everything I need for software design/coding and playing.

HTH,
Brendan