Lenix vs. Windows?? and MORE!!

[Ivan Blackford]

what is lenix? do you mean linux?

Ivan.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bruce" <nacelp at bright.net>
To: <gmecm at diy-efi.org>
Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2000 4:00 PM
Subject: Re: Lenix vs. Windows?? and MORE!!


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> I just use an AST 486/25.
> Theives generally know what they're looking at.
> No need to put tempation in harms way.
> Run Diacom, GMEPro, and Direct scan all in DOS anyway.
> Bruce
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> From: AntiVenmVette007 at aol.com
> Subject: Lenix vs. Windows?? and MORE!!
>   OK, I need computer GURU help, please. I have traded my Portable Pioneer
> DVD player for 2 Pentium III Computers. One is a 450Mhz the other is a
> 700Mhz. I plan to permanently mount the 700 in my Vette, and the 450 in
the
> house. I will also be gladly loosing AOL for a Cable Modem.
>   My main question is, what Soft/Hardware should I use for the 700 in the
> Vette to tune my Computer?? Dia-Com?? And what Operating system should I
> use?? Lenix or Windows XP?? I know nothing of Lenix, tho it has been
> recommended for my application by many. I also know little about windows,
> and
> the New XP. Since I am relatively computer illiterate at the moment. I do
> have 2 friends willing to help me learn. One uses Lenix the other uses XP
> and
> both are very literate.
>    I need to also inform you all of my exact intentions for the Vette's
> Computer (the Pentium that is). OK, for one, I have BW/Infrared and color
> cameras. I plan to mount one, forward facing, on the rear view mirror.
This
> one will be used to record drag races and such, and to help with my poor
> night vision. The second will be mounted in either the "O" of the
"CORVETTE"
> insignia, or the third brake light, used mainly as a reversing aid, and to
> help see since I have Limo tinted windows. =) These will be hooked to the
> Computer at all times using a Video "IN" card.
>    Secondly, I will be integrating the Vats and Viper Alarm Systems
already
> in place (Mass Proximity sensors, Pager Warning System, Multiple shock
> sensors, and window roll-up/down module) , with the computer, and a cell
> phone Modem (PCS). This way I will be able to access my Computer in the
> Vette
> over the "Net" and hopefully, if all goes well be able to Interact with
> those
> systems using the modem (to make a very long story shorter).
>    I also have a 17.3" SGI LCD Monitor, cordless keyboard/mouse. The Disk
> burner and floppy drive will be mounted in the dash/glovebox area. I also
> have 2 removable hard drives.
>    A friend recommended a "Ricochet" modem inplace of the cell phone
modem.
> Anybody have experience with one of these??
>    I know of some electronics companies making circuit boards with
multiple
> 12 volt relays that are controlled by your PC, this is what I plan to use
to
> interface the PC with the Alarm system.
>    I hope to be able to use the Computer to "Authorize" who I let drive
the
> car by either Password or Voice Recognition (XP comes with this) So that
> only
> the people who I previously authorize will be able to use it, and certain
> "accessories" when IM away. This will also insure that only certain people
> can use certain things. Like when my girlfriend drives the car, I can shut
> the NOS off automatically with her "User" controls when she enters the
car,
> for example. Even if somebody stole a set of keys, they could not move the
> car an inch. Ofcoarse this is a project, tho most of what I have mentioned
I
> already poses, PC's, Cameras, Soft/Hardware,etc.
>   Sorry for the huge post, I just wanted to make sure I covered everything
> in regard to what I plan on doing with the Vette/what OP System would best
> suit my needs.
>  TIA for any input.
>      Justin (88 Vette, Super Sonic office on wheels) P
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