getting started with linux

The way I started was to get books on Linux. The first book I had was 'Linux for Dummies' (second ed., I think). Then you need to get a distribution and try different install options to see what you can do with it. Don't worry about how functional/secure/broke it will be from this experimenting, just get comfortable with doing the install different ways. Before you would use the pc online, I would suggest securing the os by applying the most recent patches, shutting off services that you don't need, etc.

Hope this helps,
Ray

Get Mandrake v9+ of Linux. It installs easier than Windows. It's really automated. Follow the defaults BUT Do have a list of all your hardware items and settings where necessary. you probably won't need them but its handy.

After that start to play. I would suggest that You make a point of learning one command or item each day.
There are lots and lost of tutorials on the web and some good basic books.

Gary O

Head over to http://www.knopper.net/knoppix/index-en.html and download the ISO of Knoppix 3.2.

Burn a CD.

Boot from the CD, and this will give you a fully functional Linux system without any need to install anything or modify your system in anyway - Knoppix runs entirely from the CD. Don't like it? Then shut it down, take the CD out, reboot your computer, and return to your previously scheduled operating system. No risks taken.

Hi,

Try Red Hat Linux 8, its easy to install, if you are trying multi boot win9x/win2k use lilo as your Linux loader. I myself a fresher in this field, I find Linux very interesting. After installation you can browse the internet for how to use... or try a good linux book.

Good Luck
Minhaj.