christopher, you wrote:
There are many versions of Linux to try. Too many to name, but I'lll a list of some check-out.
- Red Hat (the most common trademark)
- Debian (wide choice of apps)
- Slackware (fast, powerful, a little more difficult to put into place for novices)
- Ubuntu (OS party, the party's philosophy - Linux for human beings)
- Mandrake (fairly simple and easy to use)
- Free-BSD (based on version BSD Unix)
- Knoppix (Run directly from a CD - no installation is necessary)
So many choices, so little time. But try a little before sticking to one. Knoppix is a good choice because you can run directly from the CD without installing anything or commit yourself to Linux.
Understand, this is a big change from Windows if you've never tried Linux. There is still much to learn. Certain distributions try to alleviate the learning curve (Mandrake, Ubuntu, Knoppix).
The thing is, do not expect your Windows-based software to work without a Windows emulator, like wine.
Utor.
I have an old computer that had the backup partition erased, and it did not come with a restore disc.
What operating system you recommend costs nothing? What is it that Linux and versions are the best? Can you provide links?
I want a version that works well with my Windows software and drivers for my hardware. The computer is a Compaq, and is clocked at 1.6 GHz, all normal equipment that period.
There are many versions of Linux to try. Too many to name, but I'lll a list of some check-out.
- Red Hat (the most common trademark)
- Debian (wide choice of apps)
- Slackware (fast, powerful, a little more difficult to put into place for novices)
- Ubuntu (OS party, the party's philosophy - Linux for human beings)
- Mandrake (fairly simple and easy to use)
- Free-BSD (based on version BSD Unix)
- Knoppix (Run directly from a CD - no installation is necessary)
So many choices, so little time. But try a little before sticking to one. Knoppix is a good choice because you can run directly from the CD without installing anything or commit yourself to Linux.
Understand, this is a big change from Windows if you've never tried Linux. There is still much to learn. Certain distributions try to alleviate the learning curve (Mandrake, Ubuntu, Knoppix).
The thing is, do not expect your Windows-based software to work without a Windows emulator, like wine.
Utor.
8 comments:
(From old blog's comments)
Get Microsoft XP home edition. It is clearly the best OS
(From old blog's comments)
Ubuntu is one of my favorite Linux flavors.
(From old blog's comments)
Win 98 SE is the best OS for your PC.
If you prefer Linux, you can use Red Hat which is the easiest to use.
You can use Fedora Core. It can be found here -
(From old blog's comments)
I suggest you make a brand new PC
(From old blog's comments)
Linux - Ubuntu is a good thing. But you want to use Windows software and old equipment, unless you know what you do, you'll have a difficult time. Better stick with Windows.
(From old blog's comments)
Linux is good, but did you know thay have by law to give you a recuvary disc
(From old blog's comments)
-I use Fedora Core 5, but there are many who work with your configuration. Try one who operate from a CD to see what you like and what will work. This link will be essential for you if you want to install an operating system Linux. LinuxQuestions.org
(From old blog's comments)
get a new PC, there is always something new every 6 months, we should not expect the manufacturers to create something that will last ... its part of their marketing strategy ...
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