AMD

[Fred Smith]

On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 10:07:46PM -0700, Richard Vickery wrote:
> Hi Gang,
> 
> In considering a new computer, one of those under consideration is an
> AMD chip with Windoze; the salesman suggested that other customers
> have said that Linux has issues with AMD. Do we have issues with this
> chip? Since I haven't read anything at least in a long time I have the
> opinion that it has been solved. Am I wrong? I ended up saving my
> money because of his concern.
> 
> Thanks.
> --
> Richard

it's not clear whether you're referring to an AMD CPU, or an AMD
(nee ATI) video chip.

AMD cpus work fine, I've hardly ever owned a system with an Intel
CPU and never had any compatibility issues.

AMD video chips, OTOH, are not (IMHO) as well supported.

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