Fernando Cassia's Article Digs Deeply in Sun's JDS Linux Desktop

Fernando writes: "I started running Sun's Java Desktop System back at release one - actually called R2003- in late December '03, for which I paid around $50 on Sun's web site. Unlike other distros, JDS was never available on retail - or virtual Amazon.com - shelves, you have to order it direct from Sun's web site."

He continues: "I instantly fell in love with this distro, which could be defined with one word: Simplicity. Unlike my past experiences with SuSE 9 and LindowsOS 4.0 (now Linspire) whose KDE default interfaces I ended up learning to hate, JDS's Gnome based desktop is a pleasure to use."

The article continues with screenshots, explanations and the enthusiasm I personally know he has for this product. For a long time, I shared that enthusiasm, only to feel let down by the indecisiveness of Sun's management.

I don't know if JDS will catch with Linux users or people looking for an alternative to Windows. But, Fernando makes a great case for the Sun desktop. If you have an interest, drop by The Inquier and see some great screenshots.