[K12OSN] Question on diskless vs diskfull clients & how to get them

[Chris Kacoroski]

Hi,

We are considering a LTSP project and am wondering the following:

1.  If there is any difference to how LTSP is set and configured if you 
have a diskless or diskfull client.  Does it make a difference on the 
network load?  Server load?  With a diskfull client I am assuming you 
could cache some stuff on the disk.

2. Options for getting clients.  So far I am looking at:

a) buy diskless workstation terminals like the Term 150
b) buy parts and have the local kids build small form factor diskless 
workstations
c) use old macs (of which we have a lot).  concerned about maintenance 
issues here
d) donated pc's.  concerned about variability and viability here.

What have you found out that works and what doesn't work.

Thanks in advance for your advice.

cheers,

ski

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Chris "Ski" Kacoroski, ckacoroski at nsd.org, 425-489-6263