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Which linux for a 8790

post #1 of 6
8/31/04 at 12:38am
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Hi guys,

I've never used linux before and I would like to install it on my 8790 as the second OS. Which (free) linux distribution and version would you suggest me? I need one that is user friendly for people who are new to linux (not oversimplified), but also very powerful, when used by an expert. Ah, and if possible, I wouldn't like it to screw up the whole machine and the partitions of the hd left to winxp

Thx!
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post #2 of 6
8/31/04 at 10:56am
Gentoo went on mine with no problems, have everything installed except the camera, no driver for it yet.,
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post #3 of 6
9/1/04 at 5:16pm
cant you use partition majik to split the primary partition in two without affecting winxp or is winxp "sensitive" about this? I too will be running linux on my 8790 when I get it, thinking of mandrake, suse or redhat...leaning twards suse though, just goota pick either gnome or kde...not sure on that one yet, any expert opinions?
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post #4 of 6
9/1/04 at 6:05pm
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...or is winxp "sensitive" about this?
Its not; go right ahead.

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Originally Posted by Beavis
just goota pick either gnome or kde...not sure on that one yet, any expert opinions?
This is purely a matter of personal preference. Try both. Out of the two, I prefer KDE.
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post #5 of 6
9/2/04 at 12:26am
Indeed install both and try them out. As to partitions PM is great. Do some research on the boards here there is a wealth of knowledge on these boards.
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post #6 of 6
9/2/04 at 11:51am
How did you get everything working on gentoo? I have slackware running and still cant get webcam or tv tuner operational . . . and I haven't played with the buttons or scroll pad yet . . . Plus having ATI 3d issues and multiple sound at once issues but those can be worked out . . . tv tuner tips would be nice but my understanding is theres no driver for it yet.
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