LuisRodg
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join:2002-07-28
Miami | Installing linux ?
Ok, I have never seen a linux box and I want to learn how to use it. Is there anyway that I could install linux (freesbd) and still have Win XP so that it would give me an option which one to boot? Is that possible? |
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Jon
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join:2001-01-20
Lisle, IL | here: »All Things Unix  |
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drjim
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join:2000-06-13
Torrance, CA
clubs:
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FreeBSD is not Linux, but yes, if you install Windows *first*, and then install BSD or Linux, the boot loader will give you a choice at boot time.
For the differences, see here:
»www.extremetech.com/article2/0,3···8,00.asp
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LuisRodg
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join:2002-07-28
Miami | reply to LuisRodg
I have windows installed right now. So if I install FreeBSD or Linux, I could boot up from any of them?
Thanks for the link. Btw, which one is the easiest linux version to learn? |
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Paul928
join:2000-05-06
Haverhill, MA
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| said by LuisRodg  :I have windows installed right now. So if I install FreeBSD or Linux, I could boot up from any of them? Thanks for the link. Btw, which one is the easiest linux version to learn? Just a suggestion, if you want an easy distro. I would try either PCLinuxOS my personal favorite, because everything just works! All plugins are installed, and is a great Linux distro. Also I like Ubuntu, and Suse.....All great for new Linux users. |
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LuisRodg
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join:2002-07-28
Miami
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Ok thanks, i will try the Ubuntu with a LiveCD. I was wondering though, which to download.
From the page:
PC (Intel x86) live CD
For almost all PCs. This includes most machines with Intel/AMD/etc type processors and almost all computers that run Microsoft Windows. Choose this if you are at all unsure.
Mac (PowerPC) live CD
For Apple Macintosh G3, G4, and G5 computers, including iBooks and PowerBooks.
64-bit PC (AMD64) live CD
For computers based on the AMD64 or EM64T architecture (e.g., Athlon64, Opteron, EM64T Xeon). It is not necessary for all (even most) processors made by AMD -- only their 64 bit chips.
I have an Intel chip but it has the EM64T technology (therefore its a 64-bit chip). So, do I download the ISO for Intel x86 or 64-bit PC (AMD64) live CD?
Info on my processor:
P4 630
When i go to the BIOS, it says:
This processor supports Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T).
Thanks. |
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drjim
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join:2000-06-13
Torrance, CA
clubs: | Get the Intel x86 version. I doubt if the AMD version would run very well (or at all!) on an Intel-based system.
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technoward
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join:2006-05-16
Canada
| said by drjim :Get the Intel x86 version. I doubt if the AMD version would run very well (or at all!) on an Intel-based system. I agree, get the x86 version, 64-bit distros lack easy support for a lot things like multimedia support and flash without setting up a chroot. Hope you enjoy *nix as much as everyone here seems to. |
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infocondelta
join:2006-04-24
99999 | FreeBSD is MUCH better than LINUX. Linux is all bloated and stuff. Stick with FreeBSD or OpenBSD you will be a happy camper. |
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jebba2005
join:2005-01-13
Portland, ME
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How much time do you have to learn? A livecd will install everything for you. PcLInux and Knoppix both worked well for me. I eventually went with Fedora and FreeBSd. I prefer the FreeBSD but you may like something totally different. If you want to learn dont use a live cd, install and attack the learning curve. It would help if you have another pc to go online with so you can read guides and forums to figure out what the hell you are doing.
Good LUck. |
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wmcbrine
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join:2002-12-30
Laurel, MD
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said by drjim :Get the Intel x86 version. I doubt if the AMD version would run very well (or at all!) on an Intel-based system. "AMD64" is just the original name for what Intel calls "EM64T". Either manufacturer's chips will work with 64-bit Linux. There are minor optimizations specific to each, but the default in most/all distros should work for both. Certainly that's the case with Ubuntu, which provides a default 64-bit kernel, a "k8" kernel, and a "xeon" kernel. Other packages remain the same.
It is true that some (mainly proprietary) software is not available in 64-bit. But you can usually get around that by running the 32-bit versions (in a chroot, if no other way). Also, DOSEMU won't run (something about vm86 not working in 64-bit mode); however, DOSBox will. |
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Chinaski
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join:2006-05-07
Oakdale, CA
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You might like to listen to these...
»www.linuxreality.com
"Linux Reality is a podcast aimed at the new Linux user. Our intent is to start from the beginning, and to take it slowly. We will help Windows and Macintosh users learn about the history of Linux, the importance of the principles of free and open-source software, and the exciting Linux community." |
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