[clug] FOSS and Linux features

[Chris Smart]

I'm after a few more things for the MtM site and after your help again!

First, I'm after a list of FOSS for Windows that people can try before 
diving straight into Linux (like gimp, gaim, openoffice etc).

Secondly, I have a "features" section under the "why" page and am 
wanting a list of features where Linux is leading the pack (well Windows 
at least).

I remember reading an APC Magazine article many months ago comparing the 
upcoming vista features with currently available Linux features and it 
was a good win for Linux. If anyone has that issue maybe you can jot 
them down on an email for me? ;)

Anyway this is what I'm thinking of:

"Linux is often at the forefront of computer technology and innovation. 
It is not bound by the same pressures as commercial entities and people 
are free to be creative and innovative. Some examples of technology 
where Linux has already beaten Windows Vista to the punch include: fancy 
3D desktop effects with compiz; TV and media centre with mythtv; desktop 
searching with beagle; desktop widgets with superkaramba; and Linux is 
available for free, right now!"

Thanks again!
Chris