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Why Not Linux
It's totally different from what people are used to
It's more complex and usually requires a larger commitment of time to use effectively
Some types of software are not available yet
- Personal Finance and Tax preparation
Hardware support still an issue
- USB and Firewire support coming in the Linux 2.4 kernel
Notes:
If a person is not comfortable learning new things, Linux will be frustrating by being different.
The applications are coming, but nothing exists as fully featured as Quickbooks, TurboTax, HomeSite or Eudora, YET. Also, AutoCAD and other engineering CAD / CAM apps are not available yet.
USB and Firewire devices are paperweights.