So what type of GUI does it offer? I saw some screen shots and all it looks like is the win 2k login. I looked it up on the net after your post and saw that Mandrake uses a similar login to XP, is that the same program with a different UI?

Sorry to bug you with such Noob questions, but I have to be sure before I jump in. I think I may be able to get a spare HD to install it on to test so if I don't like it I can go back.