Which linux client???

[jonnyw]

i'm probably gonna install debian tonight, and was wondering which linux client I should use

either

* Linux 2.x and higher (Redhat 6.x) (gcc)

or

* Linux 2.x and higher (Redhat 7.1) (Intel Compiler)



my pc is a p4 so should i go with

* Linux 2.x and higher (Redhat 7.1) (Intel Compiler)

probably sounds dumb but wanted to check

[Paratima]

You should use the Intel-compiled version, as it has somewhat better optimizations. IIRC, the gcc-compiled version is for systems using Red Hat (and possibly other) Linux of older vintage. You shouldn't need it.

How much better is the Intel version? Not real sure. Some.

[jonnyw]

cheers

[bwkaz]

I'm using the ICC version on my Athlon XP 2500. It's not only for Intel chips; it's for any Intel clones as well.