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Grab a copy of Ubuntu "gusty gubbon". Its only one CD and you can run it straight off the CD to try it out before installing. If you dont want to download (e.g you have dialup) then you can order one for cheap. Ubuntu is designed for first time linux users, is very easy to set up and has
a lot of books about it.
When trying the LiveCd mode dont worry if its a bit sliggish, thats because it loads everything from the CD or from RAM (so you can try it without deleting windows)
Ubuntu can also resize your XP partition so you can run linux alongsgide it. If you are going to do that though, run Chkdsk and Defrag from windows because if it encounters errors while resising, then it may lead to data loss.
It comes with web browser, email, chat, office suite, media player, burning studio. Makes a good XP replacement.
Runs ok on 512 ram too.
a lot of books about it.
When trying the LiveCd mode dont worry if its a bit sliggish, thats because it loads everything from the CD or from RAM (so you can try it without deleting windows)
Ubuntu can also resize your XP partition so you can run linux alongsgide it. If you are going to do that though, run Chkdsk and Defrag from windows because if it encounters errors while resising, then it may lead to data loss.
It comes with web browser, email, chat, office suite, media player, burning studio. Makes a good XP replacement.
Runs ok on 512 ram too.
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Originally Posted by jbennet 
Ubuntu can also resize your XP partition so you can run linux alongsgide it. If you are going to do that though, run Chkdsk and Defrag from windows because if it encounters errors while resising, then it may lead to data loss.
ntfsresize program that is used to resize the NTFS filesystem has the capability of automatically moving file fragments if they're in the way of resizing (although it wouldn't hurt to run a defragmentation in Windows first). tuxation.com - Linux articles, tutorials, and discussions
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thanks for that
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you can actually order a ubuntu cd for free. no charge.
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shipit?
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I downloaded it from the internet and burned an ISO CD--all went smoothly. Now I have to get to the point where I'll use it. I hope the use is as smooth a the download!
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do a google for "ubuntu restricted formats" to get the additional media formats working (e.g wma, wmv, flash)
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yeah, shipit. i love it. use it for every new release.
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yeah, shipit. i love it. use it for every new release.
why dont you use release-manager to upgrade?
why dont you use release-manager to upgrade?
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