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Re: [News] Linux, Unlike Windows, Runs Both Linux and Windows Programs

After takin' a swig o' grog, Roy Schestowitz belched out
  this bit o' wisdom:

> So you want to run windows programs on Linux? 
>
> ,----[ Quote ]
>| My point of view in this matter is quite simple. If you wish to run windows 
>| programs then use windows. If you wish to run Linux and windows programs then 
>| either use an emulator, wine (Wine Is Not an Emulator) or a virtual machine. 
>| If none of those solutions are suitable then stop thinking about using Linux. 
>| Stop complaining that you will use Linux if only it could run this program. 
>| Either use the operating system the program was designed for or use an 
>| alternative program designed for the operating system you wish to use.       
> `----
>
> http://it.toolbox.com/blogs/locutus/so-you-want-to-run-windows-programs-on-linux-30372

In other words, shut up and play yer guitar.

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A return to first principles in a republic is sometimes caused by the simple
virtues of one man. His good example has such an influence that the good men
strive to imitate him, and the wicked are ashamed to lead a life so contrary to
his example.
    -- Niccolo Machiavelli

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