Re: Where to start: hardware and reading material
Mike Newman <[email protected]>
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As a relative newbie myself I would recommend that you start with a desktop, I buy used (probably ex-leased) IBMs from a source on TradeMe, cost is minimal, around $50. If you are moving from Windows, the gui on linux Mint will (I use version 10) make for an easy transition, and command-line can follow when you are ready. I keep an XP machine here just for the few Windows applications I need that don't have a linux equivalent. miken On 11/10/7 14:54 , BigNosed UglyGuy wrote: > Hi to all > > I'm a Linux beginner. Have dabbled a little with trying on my eeepc > 701, I'd like to pick up a cheap laptop so I can delve deeper on a > larger machine. So I have two requests for suggestions: > > Are there any laptops that are easier for a newbie to play around with > and get conversant with the basics (i.e. without major config > /hardware issues to overcome)? > > With so much to look at online, what are the best sites and books to > help me learn more? > > Sorry if I'm the Xth person to ask this so far this month - couldn't > see a similar thread in the last few months so thought I'd ask for > help! All suggestions appreciated. > > Buzz _______________________________________________ NZLUG mailing list [email protected] http://www.linux.net.nz/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/nzlug