Jojo Valenzuela writes:
> Hello all,
>
> I'm new to this list. I need help on Linux Caldera installation.
>
> This is my first time to install Linux. I have several Linux OS but
> never tried installing until now. I want to start it with Caldera 2.3.
> I ran it
> over Windows 98 and it requires me to reboot. It loaded in DOS or sort
> of,
> then suddenly a GUI popped up and started check the hardware. But it
> stopped there..!!! It didnt allow me to continue.
>
> Was there any hardware incompatibilities??
FYI, I had similar difficulties trying Caldera on my homebrew server at
home, using a the CD included w/ the Infomagic 6-CD Linux kit.
> I was trying to load it in
> an IBM PC 300GL.
The sound card in the PC 300GL is not supported.
> I tried it also in an ACERMATE PC..! Did i miss
> something?
You might have a defective CD. My uncle has an official Caldera CD and
seems to be doing OK.
IMO, if you're just starting out you should experiment with RedHat first to
get your feet wet.
> How is the proper way of installing it? Can I run my PC
> in dual OS, Windows 9x and Linux?
Yes.
Brian
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