SuSE Linux 8.2 Professional (discontinued)

User Rating: 8/10

The best operating system than any otherby rmartin787 - December 29, 2008

Pros: It is a very good software which works fast than windows XP.

Cons: I can't say about the product that what I don't like

User Rating: 7/10

i am aymanaridahby aridahayman - June 22, 2008

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User Rating: 5/10

can u gimme a handby pandacity - January 11, 2006

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User Rating: 9/10

Very Good Linux Distroby - April 9, 2004

Pros: Easy Installation Updates very easily Don't need to purchase

Cons: Browser lacks refinement Certain apps require the SuSE version of it to be installed before updating ex. Opera you need 7.11 to install 7.23 and have all plugins work propertly.

User Rating: 9/10

This Distro Leaves Others In The Dust!by - March 9, 2004

Pros: I have been using Linux for about a year and a half and I have tried many Distros. Red Hat is ugly :( Fedora is even worse Slackware is not ready for Primetime. Mandrake is good. But When a friend gave me SuSE 8.2 Pro,it was a breath of fresh air. Finally

Cons: Not many but there is one, The only kink that SuSE needs to work out is that there should be more window managers,Like Mandrake.

User Rating: 10/10

I have Suse 9.0 Professionalby - February 14, 2004

Pros: I have been a diehard Windows user until I tried Suse 9.0 professional . The installation was a breeze and you have all the software you could ever want. I am switching over totally to Suse. Great Job

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User Rating: 9/10

Replaced all my W2K servers with itby - February 11, 2004

Pros: SuSE 8.2 was easy to install and recognized everything on my rackmount dual CPU system with no problem.

Cons: Samba, grrr. The LinNetwork tool and Samba setup within SuSE needs a simple UI to find and mount SMB drives. My luck thus far has been mixed.

User Rating: 9/10

Install Free If You Canby - February 4, 2004

Pros: Great Interface Great On Dell 4550 Good Partition Resizing Tool Very Stable Alomost as easy as Windows

Cons: Hardware Support Font Management Can't use java apps in OpenOffice 1.1

User Rating: 8/10

Almost there for non-geek userby - December 23, 2003

Pros: Installation is easy and straightforward and the hardware configuration is easy. Preferable to Red Hat, particularly if you should need to re-install and get all the (previously downloaded)patches after your Red Hat subscription has expired!

Cons: My ADSL connection weorks, sort of, but bogs down to a speed slower than dial-up. It may be a router problem, but FreeBSD works better than Windows on the same ADSL.

User Rating: 8/10

windows should look hard over its shoulder!by - October 20, 2003

Pros: great graphics, speed, excellent configuration tool, yast2 plugin and driver online access excellent

Cons: konqueror still needs a few bugs ironed out. more sound card support

User Rating: 10/10

Goodby Windows. And Good Riddance.by - October 1, 2003

Pros: Installed quickly and easily, worked first time. Machine runs much faster now compared to very sluggish windows boot time and general performance. I have been using it for over 6 months now and it is great. No more crashes, reboots. I have lots of soft

Cons: I had to pay for the professional version. Mind you the price of the OS cost me less than I was forced to pay for my virus software in Windows, and now I don't have to worry about security holes, viruses, etc, etc. My laptop cost me a fortune and part of

User Rating: 6/10

Still problems installing (mainly X & pcmcia)by - September 25, 2003

Pros: Almost too much software if that's possible

Cons: Poor Gnome support - try using Ximian Desktop instead

User Rating: 9/10

Smoothest install with the most featuresby - September 25, 2003

Pros: More desktop configurations than Red Hat or Mandrake. Very customisable. READS AND WRITES MS FILES USING OPEN OFFICE. Security and software updates are very simple. NONE OF THE VIRUS PROBLEMS THAT Microsoft HAS. SECURE FIREWALL IS VERY EASY TO SET UP. THI

Cons: It takes a while to get everything set up the way I like it.

User Rating: 9/10

Linux rocksby - September 25, 2003

Pros: Less virus worries, good installation interface, separation of OS and interface(the way it should be done), no "Blue Screen of Death", no more "3 Finger Salute". Linux is a solid system that runs when it's expected to run.

Cons: Look, if you expect all your hardware to work with Linux because it worked with Windows, I suggest 1 thing. Sell your computer because you are too stupid to own one. On the box it says if it's compatible with Linux and if it doesn't, don't buy it if you

User Rating: 8/10

This one will work.by - September 25, 2003

Pros: The install went without a hitch. My Ethernet was not recognized, but installing a $9.00 D-Link card did the trick. Other devices were recognized (somewhat). I have had SuSE 8.2 installed for two weeks now and have never turned it off. IT DOES NOT CRASH!!

Cons: Some problems with WINE reading databases from CD-Rom, but I will probably be able to work this out. My sound card (SB 128) is recognized, and will play music from CD's but will not play sound from the Internet. Error says that the driver is not installed

User Rating: 8/10

Been working with SuSE pro since 6.3, it just gets better and better!by - September 25, 2003

Pros: Setup is a breeze. KDE 3 looks great Package selection is tops. It will do just about anything you ask it to from being an E-mail server to a standard desktop.

Cons: German => English translations sometime are bizarre. No straight "setup as server" choice in the setup.

User Rating: 8/10

good for intermediate and expertsby - September 25, 2003

Pros: 2 choices for a boot loader. Easy to configure partitions. Full range of file systems to choose from. RAID and LVM options. Many Kernel options. Easy to upgrade patches with online upgrade facility. Works well with laptops. The documentation is good. Come

Cons: LVM is a bit difficult to configure. Documentation doesn't explain Reiser file system enough. GRUB and LILO would be difficult to configure for a novice who puts more then one drive in the system. For experts loading Oracle has some hoops to jump through.

User Rating: 3/10

SaX hangs with SUSE.by - September 20, 2003

Pros: Excellent user interface at the console and the default X window manager KDE.

Cons: SaX aka SaX2 (suse's hardware configurator) hangs with my current hardware Rage XL chip onboard, and fonts looks terrible in X comparied to RedHat (even with TrueType fonts working). RedHat is definately has the best hardware and plug n play support! NO

User Rating: 9/10

Happy not to give Gates my moneyby - September 14, 2003

Pros: amazing features. it is truly open. I am a fairly novice user and I had no problem installing or getting my need programs up and running. I am agree with the other review that there is a learning curve but well worth the time. I also agree that Mircrosoft

Cons: I am failry new at this but there are some of us that have had our computer experiences spoon-fed to us and this can be a little overwhelming. More explanation would be nice.

User Rating: 8/10

A solid valueby - September 13, 2003

Pros: This version comes with two large manuals, 7 disks, two are dvd's and the other 5 are installation disks. Installs autoconfigs most hardware and comes with a lot of programs.

Cons: I had to dig deep to come up with this as it requires some patience rather than dollars to learn how to get around it. But it is not any harder to learn than Windows was and it is similar in many ways but it is more stable.

User Rating: 8/10

Very nice distro, especially if you like KDE.by - September 9, 2003

Pros: Provides excellent hardware support and intuitive installations via YAST, very nice graphical enhancements to KDE, possibly the best looking linux distro available, and easiest. Btw, you can get suse for free online, you just can't download ISO images fro

Cons: Gnome support could be better, no ISOs available to download.

User Rating: 9/10

Best Linux OS goingby - September 7, 2003

Pros: Everything works first time, every time. Digital Camera ...works, Epson printer ...works perfect ...HP 820c ...works, Wireless USB network adapter ...works, with a bit of help from the web. It never crashes, or freezes, it looks and feels like a mac.

Cons: Installation was a bit of a challenge just because my monitor did not support 1280x1024. The installation uses this resolution unless you tell it otherwise on the startup screen. It does not mention this in the manual anywhere, I found this info on the we

User Rating: 2/10

not greatby - August 29, 2003

Pros: nice screens, loads easy, some cool features

Cons: recognition problems are major with CD burners, support is horrible, they refused to give any installation support. not ready for prime time Windows users, unfortunately.

User Rating: 9/10

Microsoft should be running scaredby - August 21, 2003

Pros: Much better than Windows, in my opinion (especially considering this Sobig virus craziness). It has a totally sexy interace that you will get used to quickly. With the value and massive potential, the sky's the limit.

Cons: Lazy, ignorant people need not apply, or even bother reviewing this software.

User Rating: 4/10

trying to make it workby - August 20, 2003

Pros: The installation sequence is indeed beautiful to gaze upon and easy. Once installed, GNOME and KDE are both nice to look at, though not quite as intuitive for a long time Windower like me. KDE is actually a bit easier to navigate when not logged in as roo

Cons: First, it seems that I have to keep reloading this OS. Everytime I come home and switch the machine on, the GUI will no longer load. I've had SuSE aout three days and I think I've reloaded it 6 times. This is partially due to the Update option in YaST not

User Rating: 8/10

It's so worth it!by - August 13, 2003

Pros: Runs extremely smoothly. It runs all the programs I needed from windows without a problem. I swear, I don't worry about viruses or hacking. The interface is absoluteley gorgeous and very stable. Its just a lot of fun to use. Out-of-the-park home run.

Cons: The learning curve. Trust me, if you're not into spending long nights getting used to things and gettings what you need up, stay with Windows. Its like a math problem. Work hard at the issue and get help (join a mailing list or something) if you need it.

User Rating: 10/10

The best OS and Linux distroby - August 11, 2003

Pros: Easy to install. Took care of the dual-boot stuff by itself. Easy to configure - Networks (wireless, ethernet, dial-up), printer, digital camera, TV, and other tools. Do it all using easy-to-use YAST2 tool. Lots of development tools, security programs, et

Cons: Yet to find any.

User Rating: 8/10

I've tried both rh9 & suse 8.2 pro -- take rhby - July 20, 2003

Pros: Very easy to install. I installed on old box at work, found network, etc. without trouble.

Cons: For two weeks at home I battled finding an external modem or pci modem that would connect through dial-up. After trying three external modems and one internal modem, it was cheaper to try red hat 8. The last modem that I had tried under the SuSE 8.2 and c

User Rating: 8/10

Excellent, easy transitionby - June 18, 2003

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User Rating: 6/10

I bought it, so far I like it.by - June 18, 2003

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User Rating: 6/10

By The Way You CAN Download SuSEby - May 8, 2003

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User Rating: 6/10

there is better than eitherby - April 30, 2003

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User Rating: 9/10

Only surpassed by Suse 8.2 IMHOby - April 17, 2003

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User Rating: 10/10

Best distro. Windows can keep dreaming!by - April 15, 2003

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User Rating: 5/10

Not better than Red Hat 8.0by - April 1, 2003

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Review: I can't see how Cnet thinks SUSE 8.1 is better than Red Hat 8.0! I bought SUSE 8.1 based on Cnet review, even though I was fully satisfied with Red Hat 8.0 on my notebook -- dual booting with XP Pro. SUSE 8.1 disappoints! I wish I could get a refund from Cnet.com! Suse 8.1 could not recognize my notebook hardwares (HP Pavilion ZE1115)! Plus, the graphical interface is worse than Red Hat 8.0. As for installation? Please... Red Hat 8.0 is much simpler than SUSE. I wasted good money on Suse 8.1 for nothing. Alternate to Red Hat 8.0 or even 9.0? Try Mandrake 9.1 (it just came out)! This distro will impress you! But no matter what DO NOT buy suse 8.1.

User Rating: 5/10

Just a windows wannabeby - March 26, 2003

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User Rating: 10/10

It is free!by - March 16, 2003

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User Rating: 10/10

The best OS (and distro) on the planet.by - March 6, 2003

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User Rating: 6/10

Nice looking Desktopby - February 28, 2003

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User Rating: 7/10

Bye bye Windowsby - February 20, 2003

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User Rating: 9/10

Used it on 4 computers.by - February 17, 2003

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User Rating: 9/10

Ready for prime timedby - February 16, 2003

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User Rating: 8/10

Go get it!!by - February 16, 2003

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User Rating: 7/10

Absolutely Love it!by - February 4, 2003

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User Rating: 8/10

Been Using SuSE for years!by - January 20, 2003

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User Rating: 5/10

Feature loaded but awful supportby - January 19, 2003

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User Rating: 8/10

Great on PowerPC and x86by - January 15, 2003

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User Rating: 6/10

Best Distroby - January 13, 2003

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User Rating: 3/10

Red hat is much betterby - January 12, 2003

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User Rating: 7/10

Gorgeous KDE GUI, But 8.0 Seems More Stableby - January 5, 2003

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User Rating: 8/10

Free download of Suse Linux is available.by - January 2, 2003

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User Rating: 10/10

SIMPLY FANTASTICby - December 31, 2002

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User Rating: 9/10

Superior alternative to Windowsby - December 30, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

Love it. XP Beater.by - December 30, 2002

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Review: I've been using SuSE since 6.2, and whilst I've dabbled at RedHat 7.2-8.0 and Mandrake 8.0/9.0, I keep on coming back to SuSE. Why? The sheer volume of apps avail on the distro CDs and the single DVD, the support quality, and since 7.3, the Online Update (which is better than RedHat's version 'cos its free and can use mirror sites, so if you've got a batch of machines to update run your own mirror). SuSE 8.1 has been rock solid for me on laptop, desktop and servers and I've wiped Windows XP at work. The one whine I would make is that the distributed version of Mozilla in SuSE 8.1 uses gcc 3.2, so the Sun JRE plugin (gcc 2.96 compiled) will not work. If you replace the shipped Mozilla version with a new binary that breaks interdependencies with Evolution and stops that working, but hohum. Oh - and in answer to an earlier post you CAN install and try SuSE for free, via a FTP installation. SuSE just don't release ISO images - partly cos they include commercial software in the stock install (that RedHat doesn't in the free ISOs). Yhey already put enough back into Open Source IMHO so try it and then cough up teh 40 bucks .

User Rating: 8/10

Linux is still a tinkerer's toyby - December 26, 2002

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Well worth a lookby - December 26, 2002

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User Rating: 9/10

Best SuSE so far...by - December 24, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

Best Linux distributionby - December 23, 2002

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User Rating: 9/10

The Linux Distro to Beatby - December 22, 2002

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The Most complete distributionby - December 20, 2002

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User Rating: 7/10

if you're smart, go for itby - December 19, 2002

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User Rating: 6/10

Governments should be looking at this.by - December 16, 2002

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User Rating: 6/10

not bad but there are features that need improvingby - December 15, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

Beats Windows on all Frontsby - December 11, 2002

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Resembles windowsby - December 11, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

It just works...by - December 11, 2002

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User Rating: 10/10

I made the switch a while agoby - December 10, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

SuSE rocksby - December 9, 2002

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User Rating: 1/10

Ok so it's finally starting to look like Windows. Now what..by - December 8, 2002

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User Rating: 8/10

On it's way to being a Windows killerby - December 6, 2002

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User Rating: 7/10

wouldn't let me even registerby - December 6, 2002

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User Rating: 6/10

There is a Better distro for 1st time Linux usersby - December 6, 2002

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