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Warning: Linux Desktops Ahead: Page 2 of 3

• Ximian Evolution e-mail client: It fulfills the promises of Microsoft Outlook, and for $69 you can get a connector that will let you check your Exchange mail/calendar.

• Kdevelop or Anjuta for your developers: Both feel like Visual Studio-- and both generate about as many unnecessary files too!

What problems can you anticipate?

• Visio-dependent users may not like the alternatives: Kivio is not yet mature enough to compete with Visio even for the most basic functions.

• Custom applications: That Visual Basic app you whipped out three years ago for billing should be tested under Wine before you commit those users to Linux desktops. Many such applications just won't work.