Will,
Four years windoze-free....quite an accomplishment, given that you interact so effectively with other computer music makers.
I'm at the point where Ubuntu Studio is now comfortable for me as a new operating system. All the basic chores flow naturally, and I know where to go for almost any eventuality. The next challenge is to begin using the audio applications.
Linux poses an interesting challenge in that there are so many ways to accomplish each task. Examining the options, exploring the possibilities, and
then making the choice of software applications and how they will interact...daunting. Who am I going to blame for my wonky little situation when there's no Apple, Microsoft, or virus to take the heat? Much of the Linux experience is about choice and responsibility, and it's fascinating to witness the various software challenges being addressed on the Linux forums as only temporary impediments,
and as opportunities for improvement. Such a refreshing point of view.
I'm still preparing to run that composition you sent me to see if it will sally forth at 64 frames on this 3 gigahertz / 4 gigabyte machine, but we may have to set up a how-to-load-this-tune tutorial on the "Open Source Alternative" thread, so your country cousin over here can execute the maneuver without shooting his toe off...
Oren.