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so I have some experience with comparing open-source software against proprietary software (pros vs cons).
= Setting up the Netbook = Here is a step-by-step guide to installing and configuring my netbook computer to run Ubuntu Studio: === Hardware / Software Setup ===
I'm "pulling-out all the stops". I have decided to test the power of the Acer Aspireone netbook for live performances.
'''Note:''' The ''sound-font editor'' allows me to build or modify sound fonts. I must admit that I'm not an expert on sound-fonts. One way that I have solved the "annoying" problem if Qsynth playing while playing Bristol organ at the same time, is to modify the sound font with no instrument available for a certain default midi channel. Perhaps this method is "brute-force", but it does seem to work to meet my needs...
=== Setup / Configuration ===
I obtained the Ubuntu Netbook version for Ubuntu: [ [http://www.ubuntu.com/netbook/get-ubuntu/download http://www.ubuntu.com/netbook/get-ubuntu/download] ]<br />(I didn't worry about Ubuntu Studio or loading updates - I would recommend to follow "MY SEQUENCE" (listed below):
=== "Putting it All Together" with a Bash Shell Script ===
To be completed...