[LUG] RE: linux newbie

["Roland Tarver" <roland@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hiya Peter!

Paul S has been dead helpful, and I think I might have a crack at zipslack
to kick off with. Although an easy install would definitely be a HUGE +!!!

Ultimately (if I get on okay with linux) I'll be looking to get a modern
computer (!) and just have a linux OS (ie no MS). So far I've heard good
things about Red Hat, SuSE , Caldera, Mandrake (and to a lesser extent
Debian). But as Paul suggests the best thing I could do is to (get a better
computer - or at least free a ton of space on mine!) and try a few to see
which flavour I like best.

My somewhat ancient system specs I've just posted to the list.

What do u think 2 a linux 'trial' from a bootable CD. Is that a possibility?

Thanks a lot 4 your help, best wishes roly t.

-----Original Message-----
From: Peter Hatton [mailto:bramley@xxxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: 09 September 2001 21:23
To: Roland Tarver
Subject: RE: linux newbie


Ello again,

I see you are getting stuck into the list!  I think Paul Sutton on the lug
list, answered your question.  170mb is small.  The smallest system I
installed Linux on was a 486 with 400megs.

Mandrake I find a good linux dist to install.  Nice easy install.  However,
it does need a Pentium class CPU or better to run on.  (And more hard disc
space)

Failing that, you could try Redhat, but you will have to cut out a lot of
the packages to get it onto your hard disc.

What spec is your CPU and how much memory?

Pete Hatton
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E-mail:  pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Webpage: http://www.monolight.org
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Roland Tarver [mailto:roland@xxxxxxxxxxx]
> Sent: 09 September 2001 15:23
> To: Peter Hatton
> Subject: RE: linux newbie
>
>
> Hiya Peter!
>
> Thanks for your reply. I have now joined the D&CLUG and am rolling up my
> sleves and getting stuck in!!!
>
> I do have tons to learn though. I really need to get a version of linux up
> 'n running so that I can give it a bash (no pun intended!)
>
> I only have 170megs in which to install a _trial_ version of linux. Any
> suggestions? It would be  good if I could get a linux gui going
> at the same
> time.
>
> Another guy has been very helpful - Paul Weaver - he had a good few
> suggestions that i've got to follow up.
>
> Anyhows. Thanks again. I hope your havin a good 1.
>
> best wishes roland.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Peter Hatton [mailto:bramley@xxxxxxxxxxxx]
> Sent: 09 September 2001 14:37
> To: Roland Tarver
> Subject: RE: linux newbie
>
>
> Hi Roland,
>
> No problem! The Devon and Cornwall LUG is open to anyone interested in
> Linux.  Goto http://www.dclug.org.uk/ for more information.
>
> See you soon.
>
> Pete Hatton
> ---------------------------------
> E-mail:  pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Webpage: http://www.monolight.org
> ---------------------------------
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Roland Tarver [mailto:roland@xxxxxxxxxxx]
> > Sent: 07 September 2001 22:33
> > To: bramley@xxxxxxxxxxxx
> > Subject: linux newbie
> >
> >
> > Hi!
> >
> > My name is Roland Tarver and I live near Barnstaple (N. Devon).
> >
> > I'm just getting into Linux and wondered if I could get involved
> > with LUG in
> > some way. I am particularly interested in attending some
> presentations in
> > our area if that would be possible.
> >
> > I've just finished my time at uni and have started a business in
> > telecomms,
> > computing has been a large part of my education but a am a
> total begginer
> > when it comes to linux.
> >
> > Any how, sorry to bother u, but if you were able to help I would be very
> > grateful.
> >
> > Thank you for your time, best wishes roland.
> > erm... I probably should not give my number out over the net -
> but here it
> > is - xxxxx xxxxxx Give us a call if u prefer!
> >
> > cu rkt.
> >
>


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