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From: Keith Bagley <keithb@gpim.xerox.com>
Subject: Re: Linux vs BSD 
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> Mike Yorke wrote:
> > 
> > Hi,
> > 
> > I'm somewhat new to UNIX but I'm becoming quite an enthusiast.  I have
> > played a bit with Linux and I'm pretty pleased with it.  However, I'm
> > always interested in other "clones" out there and I was wondering how
> > they stackup against each other.  For instance, how about BSD?  Any
> > thoughts?
> > 
> > Mike

I have a similar question along the same lines. I'd like to set up a 
file/print/web server using either Linux or FreeBSD. Any thoughts on
which one is more suitable based on:
 * Ease of use (learning, installation, maintenance)
 * Robustness
 * Support for "common" hardware
 * Available documentation/learning aids

I've heard good things about both, and don't want to start a Linux vs. BSD
war, but would like some input based on experience.

Thanks,
KeithB