Hi Gene,
I know what you mean when you say there are dozens of files
to download. The easiest way I found was to go to the local bookstore or
computer shop and buy a cdrom with a distribution on it. Most people I
know use redhat 5.1, it isn't any better, just common with the people I
know. Anyway, there a lots of books out there that have a cd with some
tips, although with a user group like this you may not really need the
book, but they are good for quick reference.
If you have a really good connection, you can just download the images
that make the boot disks, then you can do an ftp install. Each
distribution uses different images disks though, so you should choose a
distribution before you begin. If you know anyone who uses linux, pick
the distribution they use, as you bug them with questions later on : )
cheers
Johann
gene hitz wrote:
> Okay, I'm a REAL newbie. I've had 17 years experience with computers
> and am getting sick of microsoft's buggy systems. I've heard a lot
> about linux, I realize it's a bit difficult to get into but I really
> want to try it. I hear it's free and available to download but the
> sites I've visited all list dozens of files. I need help getting
> started. Just what do I need to download to get started with it, how
> do I proceed.
> You may answer to my email address.
> Thanx
> Gene Hitz -- [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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