If you're more familiar with BSD, you could get warmed up to FreeBSD, but an
entry level Linux that I would suggest is either Mandrake with the easiest
(but you have less control) installer. RedHat is decent for all levels, but
may be a little difficult for someone who has never seen Unix coming from
the Windows world.
What do you plan to do with the OS? That would help narrow down which
distro would best suit your needs.
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Jim Roland, RHCE (RedHat Certified Engineer)
Owner, Roland Internet Services
"The four surefire rules for success: Show up, Pay attention, Ask
questions, Don't quit."
--Rob Gilbert, PH.D.
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Greg Partin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2001 2:03 PM
Subject: My first Linux installation
> Hi folks,
> I'm just getting ready to install my first version of Linux on my PC that
> i'm hoping you guys will help me pick. I'm familiar with Berkley Unix, I
> have a programming background and i've done easy tasks such as installing
> mySQL, drivers and API's onto RedHat. What version of Linux do you guys
> suggest for me to start out with? What are the pros and cons of each? If
> you suggest one, where can I find it? Much obliged!
>
> Greg
>
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