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Dutch record store chain switching to Novell linux with KDE

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The dot has an article on a Dutch record chain switching some 1000 desktops over to Novell Linux with the KDE desktop. The Kiosk mode in KDE has been helpful in locking down certain settings and crea…

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The dot has an article on a Dutch record chain switching some 1000 desktops over to Novell Linux with the KDE desktop. The Kiosk mode in KDE has been helpful in locking down certain settings and creating a nice controlled environment. It sounds like Point of Sale is the biggest use, although the store manager makes use of one as a workstation to access information from the cash registers.


It sounds like 2-3 computers per store.

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