Choosing suitable Linux

The Weather · 02-20-2006, 12:56 PM

I've got an old computer which exists mainly for the sake of experimenting. I have been thinking a bit back and forth lately, and I can see no reason for not installing Linux on it. However, one question raises; Which Linux suits the beginner today?

lee101 · 02-20-2006, 03:01 PM

Firstly, what are the specifications of your old computer, as linux sometimes has trouble running on very old computers. And for a beginner i would reccomend ubuntu linux - www.ubuntu.com It has a similar layout to windows xp and is very easy to get to grips with

Lee

TheChef · 02-20-2006, 04:07 PM

Try out different distros, see which one you like best. The decision shouldm come down to personal preference.

Lordmord · 02-20-2006, 04:19 PM

If the old computer has a 64 MB of ram i would suggest Damn Small Linux http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/

If the old computer has 128 MB or more, I would suggest ubuntu

Veurruckte · 02-20-2006, 09:51 PM

There's nothing magical about ubuntu.

I'd go with SuSe or Fedora Core for your first distro.

Smoko · 02-22-2006, 10:58 AM

SuSE, hands down.

The Weather · 02-25-2006, 07:42 PM

It's got at least 128 MB. I don't remember right now. I've logged on it maybe four times. It's a Pentium II.

I've downloaded Knoppix now, and prepared for burning ISO image. I just need to get hold of a CD with enough storing space.

Southy · 02-25-2006, 08:31 PM

I have used SuSe & Fedore before, both are great choices over Ubuntu

Dr Studly · 02-25-2006, 08:44 PM

does slax suck?
i had it and i didn't like it

AcrossAndi · 02-27-2006, 01:12 AM

Most versions of Linux are good, but the thing is, you have to find the right distrobution to suit your tase, needs, and knowledge. Thats why Windows users are called "END USERS", for they don't know much.

But there are those that use Windows because they have to have the same OS that their Work, TAFE, UNI, or other educational facility is using.

It SUX....

Go with Fedora as a good choice. And make sure you don't use the root account unless you are installing new drivers or software.

Enjoy yourself!

Regards,
Andrew.

02-20-2006, 12:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
The Weather Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 31	Choosing suitable Linux I've got an old computer which exists mainly for the sake of experimenting. I have been thinking a bit back and forth lately, and I can see no reason for not installing Linux on it. However, one question raises; Which Linux suits the beginner today?

02-20-2006, 03:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
lee101 VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Age: 17 Posts: 1,147	Firstly, what are the specifications of your old computer, as linux sometimes has trouble running on very old computers. And for a beginner i would reccomend ubuntu linux - www.ubuntu.com It has a similar layout to windows xp and is very easy to get to grips with Lee __________________ My PC: Core2Duo E6300 @ 1.86 Ghz, Asus P5v-VM DH , 200 GB Maxtor SATA ,2GB (21GB Kingston DDRII), Radeon x1650 Graphics (256 mb), 2 Acer 17 inch TFT's, Windows Vista Home Premium Server: AMD Athlon XP 2800+ 256 Mb Ram, 8Gb IDE for o/s, 2 * 250GB SATAII for storage, Ubuntu Server 7.10

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02-27-2006, 01:12 AM	#10 (permalink)
AcrossAndi New Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 24	Most versions of Linux are good, but the thing is, you have to find the right distrobution to suit your tase, needs, and knowledge. Thats why Windows users are called "END USERS", for they don't know much. But there are those that use Windows because they have to have the same OS that their Work, TAFE, UNI, or other educational facility is using. It SUX.... Go with Fedora as a good choice. And make sure you don't use the root account unless you are installing new drivers or software. Enjoy yourself! Regards, Andrew. __________________ ---------------- Processor: Pentium 4 2.4 Ram: 256MB HDD: 2TB Drives: BlueDVD-RW Combo CD RW Drive Zip Drive Orb Drive Removable Drive 5GB Removable Flash Cards NW: GigaBit Network

02-20-2006, 04:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lordmord Silver Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 174	If the old computer has a 64 MB of ram i would suggest Damn Small Linux http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/ If the old computer has 128 MB or more, I would suggest ubuntu

02-20-2006, 09:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
Veurruckte Silver Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Age: 17 Posts: 240	There's nothing magical about ubuntu. I'd go with SuSe or Fedora Core for your first distro.

02-22-2006, 10:58 AM	#6 (permalink)
Smoko Bronze Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Australia Age: 18 Posts: 52	SuSE, hands down.

02-25-2006, 07:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
The Weather Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 31	It's got at least 128 MB. I don't remember right now. I've logged on it maybe four times. It's a Pentium II. I've downloaded Knoppix now, and prepared for burning ISO image. I just need to get hold of a CD with enough storing space.

02-25-2006, 08:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dr Studly banned Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Hales Corners Wisconson Age: 17 Posts: 2,435	does slax suck? i had it and i didn't like it

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