Sunday, January 6, 2013

How to install Linux on laptop that is running on windows XP?

Q. My windows recovery CD seems to be pretty damaged and I'm not planning on buying new CD.I know that linux is free,so I would like try it but I don't know how to install it.Can anyone explain me step-by-step?I will really appreciate it.

A. I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 9 LTS which is built upon Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Long Term Support) its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled

Linux Mint 9 LTS Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52

Linux Mint 9 LTS Installation Guide
http://www.linuxbsdos.com/2009/12/03/linux-mint-8-installation-guide/

Linux Mint 9 LTS Release Notes/User Guide
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_isadora.php

You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 9 LTS then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto

Linux Mint 9 LTS can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Boot without touching your Hard Drive


LUg.

Can a Linux laptop read my docs that I backed up from a Windows Vista?
Q. I recently copied my docs, music, and photos to an external HD. I'm looking at different notebooks and several use Linux, which I have zero experience with. Will I have any problems accessing my files from the external drive?

A. If you use ubuntu then it can definitely read.back-up the data. If you still have any confusion then please discuss in ubuntu forum:
http://ubuntuforums.org/
where thousands of users are there.

how can i get windows xp on my acer aspire one linux laptop?
Q. hi, i have a acer aspire one, its currently on acer. how would i get it on windows xp without using a disk?

A. You can do it, but its a little difficult, search in the linked forum.

The question has to be asked though, why would you want to run XP? The Linux on the acer is odd for someone who has only ever used windows before, but it has different attributes. OK you cant pretty it up with wallpaper or anything, but it loads so fast, My Linpus AA1 has a working desktop in 15 secs, and is connected to the net in 40 secs, XP can't get anywhere near that speed.




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