Re: low cost workstation solution

[John Corey <john@jcorey.org>]

joe bonansinga wrote:
> 
> Anyone,
> 
> I am looking for a low cost hardware for a linux workstation. I am a cold
> fusion/SQL Developer developer using win98 @ work. With no surprise my
> system routinely crashes and frustrates me. I am sick and tired of not being
> able to get anything done with these tools. I spend so much time fixing and
> reloading its a nightmare. I am looking to begin development with tools like
> zope, PHP, PostgreSQL, Oracle 8i for Linux, Apache and even cold fusion
> development on my own. The list can go on. I am extremely strapped for cash
> at this time. My wife and just bought a house. So, at this time I cannot
> justify spending lots of cash for a home workstation. I am looking for any
> suggestions of where to find a low cost workstation, possibly used if in
> good condition. But not so cheap I can't be efficient in my work. Any help
> is greatly appreciated.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Joe

The Peoria paper up here had some used computers in the classifieds. 
One was an IBM PS1 386 with an Epson Action printer for only $250, or a
Packard Bell for $500.  They always give me a good chuckle on a lazy
weekend.  Often you can find a simple setup on eBay (say K6/300 or 400)
cheaply.

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