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Discussion in 'Software' started by markb2010, 10 Sep 2011.

  1. markb2010

    markb2010 What's a Dremel?

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    Hello all,

    I have become interested in using Linux but don't want to install it onto my hard drive until I am sure I want it. Is there any way I can boot Linux from a Cd and use it that way.

    Many thanks
     
    markb2010, 10 Sep 2011
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  2. ShakeyJake

    ShakeyJake My name is actually 'Jack'.

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    Yup, most linux distros have what's called a live cd.
     
    ShakeyJake, 10 Sep 2011
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  3. Blazza181

    Blazza181 SVM PLACENTA CASEI

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    Ubuntu is an easy way to begin. There are full instruction on their site .
     
    Blazza181, 10 Sep 2011
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  4. sourdough

    sourdough Minimodder

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    You can also install virtualbox or vmware on your current windows and try out different Linux distros to see which one you like most.
     
    sourdough, 10 Sep 2011
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  5. meandmymouth

    meandmymouth Multimodder

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    +1 for using vmware. Because linux will still be quick in a virtual machine. I have Ubuntu and Kubuntu running and I had Mint of a netbook for a while.
     
    meandmymouth, 11 Sep 2011
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  6. markb2010

    markb2010 What's a Dremel?

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    Ok Guys thanks for the help:D
     
    markb2010, 11 Sep 2011
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  7. rv88uk

    rv88uk What's a Dremel?

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    If you've got any older computers you could also try linux that way. From my experience linux runs a lot better on older hardware than the equivalent windows versions do.
     
    rv88uk, 11 Sep 2011
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