Q. I would like one of the free linux operating systems for my old computer but i have a really slow connection so i can't download it without it taking a few days. Is there anyway i can order it somewhere and it still be free? Thanks.
A. if you dont want to order and wiat for about a month then you can buy this months Linux magazine for about £5 ($10) and it comes with 6 different distributions on a CD that can be used as a trial CD or to instal it.
How do i install linux operating system on my laptop?
Q. Can someone talk me through the process to download and install linux operating system, i know that i would like to switch to that operating system, but i dont know which package i should get, or what type of installation to download and how to install???
thanks for the help.
thanks for the help.
A. Download the Linux installer CD or DVD image file. Next, burn the image to a disc - this is not the same thing as just copying it onto a disc. If you have Windows Vista or 7 then right click the file and choose 'open with Windows disc image burner' from the menu. With Windows 8 choose 'burn image to disc' from the menu. If you have XP then you'll need to use software such as Isoburn to create the disc: http://www.imgburn.com/index.php?act=download
Next, boot the laptop from the CD or DVD and then follow the instructions that it presents you with. If you're unfamiliar with Linux you should probably use Ubuntu as it's the easiest to use.
If you're uncomfortable with this procedure then Ubuntu have a utility to automatically download and install it alongside Windows, you can do this from within Windows by following this link: http://www.ubuntu.com/download/desktop/windows-installer . This method also provides an easy way to remove it again.
Next, boot the laptop from the CD or DVD and then follow the instructions that it presents you with. If you're unfamiliar with Linux you should probably use Ubuntu as it's the easiest to use.
If you're uncomfortable with this procedure then Ubuntu have a utility to automatically download and install it alongside Windows, you can do this from within Windows by following this link: http://www.ubuntu.com/download/desktop/windows-installer . This method also provides an easy way to remove it again.
what are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using the Linux operating system?
Q. I'm curious to some of the pros and cons of using the Linux operating system versus the conventional Windows Vista system?
A. Why Linux is Better
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Here are some options for installing or trying out Linux
Option One (Full installation)
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 8 Main Edition which is built upon Ubuntu 9.10 Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled
Linux Mint 8 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=44
The Perfect Desktop - Linux Mint 8 (Helena) Installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-8-helena
Linux Mint 8 Helena User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23787138/Linux-Mint-8-Helena-User-Guide
You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 8 then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
Linux Mint 8 can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive
Option Two (Install Linux inside Windows)
Installing Ubuntu as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi
You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Boot in to windows insert the Ubuntu 10.04 LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the Wubi installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Ubuntu (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.
Once Ubuntu is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Ubuntu
Ubuntu 10.04 Download
http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download
Ubuntu 10.04 (Lucid Lynx) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Lucid
Linux Mint 9 has a similar feature called mint4win and the directions given above for Wubi can be followed
http://duncsweb.com/2009/09/27/mint4win-a-wubi-based-installer-of-linux-mint/
Linux Mint 9 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52
Ubuntu 10.04 and Linux Mint 9 can also be run straight from the LiveCD without touching your Hard drive
Option Three (LiveCD)
Here the possibilities are endless as you can try out as many different Linux distros. until you find the one thats right for you DISTROWATCH.COM gives full listings (second lists the major distributions)
http://distrowatch.com/
Major Linux Distributions
http://distrowatch.com/dwres.php?resource=major
LUg.
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Here are some options for installing or trying out Linux
Option One (Full installation)
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 8 Main Edition which is built upon Ubuntu 9.10 Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled
Linux Mint 8 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=44
The Perfect Desktop - Linux Mint 8 (Helena) Installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-8-helena
Linux Mint 8 Helena User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23787138/Linux-Mint-8-Helena-User-Guide
You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 8 then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
Linux Mint 8 can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive
Option Two (Install Linux inside Windows)
Installing Ubuntu as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi
You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Boot in to windows insert the Ubuntu 10.04 LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the Wubi installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Ubuntu (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.
Once Ubuntu is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Ubuntu
Ubuntu 10.04 Download
http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download
Ubuntu 10.04 (Lucid Lynx) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Lucid
Linux Mint 9 has a similar feature called mint4win and the directions given above for Wubi can be followed
http://duncsweb.com/2009/09/27/mint4win-a-wubi-based-installer-of-linux-mint/
Linux Mint 9 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52
Ubuntu 10.04 and Linux Mint 9 can also be run straight from the LiveCD without touching your Hard drive
Option Three (LiveCD)
Here the possibilities are endless as you can try out as many different Linux distros. until you find the one thats right for you DISTROWATCH.COM gives full listings (second lists the major distributions)
http://distrowatch.com/
Major Linux Distributions
http://distrowatch.com/dwres.php?resource=major
LUg.
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