Re: [LAU] Debian DAW experiences

linux-audio-user: Thanks for all the feedback and suggestions. :-) Here's the updated wish-list for a DAW Linux distribution: 1. Works correctly. 2. Is efficient in both space and time. 3. Offers a kernel suitable for DAW use at install time. 4. Offers current DAW software binary packages. 5. Provides simple OOTB *user* and *administrator* experiences -- e.g. minimal technical wrenching around under the hood. 6. Provides small (<32 MB) bootable USB and/or CD installer images. 7. Provides a package manager that only downloads what the user requests or approves. 8. Provides an optional package caching proxy server (for networks of machines that share an Internet connection). Notes: a. Music is my hobby. I plan to use the DAW for home/ amateur projects and/or performances. b. The laptop is a Dell Inspiron E1505 with an Intel Core Duo T2250 @ 1.73 GHz, 1 GB RAM, and Intel 520 series 180 GB SSD. I understand that this machine is obsolete and will have limited capabilities. I am primarily evaluating the Linux distribution and the software it contains. I have more powerful hardware available if/ when needed. I will post updates as I work to find a solution. David