Well golden rule #1 of Linux... it it ain't broke, don't go trying to fix it.

Hardware drivers for Linux in general can be a tricky thing. But Debian, as far as I know has gotten a lot better at this. Plus they are often up to date with everything. AND they have a Lazarus package that I believe is up to date! (Laz ppl correct me if I'm wrong on this?)

At the very least installing Lazarus on any distrobution is not a problem anymore. Or so I'm told, I've not been in Linus for some time now.

At any rate, trying to get us back on topic [size=9px](my fault really, so I forgive you! )[/size] getting Laz and FPC installed should be the least of any sysadmin's worries. So tell Mr. 'I don't wanna'-pants to get it in gear.