Yes, I'm getting the idea (see other messages) that Mandrake 10
or Suse 9.1 would be a good OS for an upgrade path to the
AMD 64 bit processor and my next computer build.

Also, we as audio enthusiasts can take advantage of Open
Source software using the newer formats like Ogg for better
fidelity. I use a Yamaha RP U100 USB receiver (got it on
closeout at rebate time for $89 with shipping) and it
integrates with my computer webstream listening as well
as my small tv. There are various speaker switches hooked
of for my desktop set and the Boomtoobz. The Yam can
function as a standalone radio, work with its extensive
Windows software (including DSP's, EQ) but far as I know,
I have no software in Linux to run the USB Yamaha.

The Yams are great. I'm looking for another one. But
I wonder why Yamaha has bailed in producing this device.
The RP line included a 5:1 unit similar to the one I have...
those are all gone from rebate as well.

Someone else should be in this market. I have become
very attached to being able to do everything with Yam
from the keybaord, including on/off.

• http://www.yamahamultimedia.com/yec/products/cavit/rpu100.asp