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A few questions regarding linux. . .

  • 09-10-2008 9:48pm
    #1
    Cmc29
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 94 ✭✭


    I am curious about trying out linux. How could i put linux on a disc so i could boot up from the disc?? I don't want to install it without trying it out first and i figure this way is the safest way without altering my current operating system. I had a look on www.linux.com. If i download linux i'm assuming thats only a set up file? How could i put the operating system onto a disc from this? Also how would i go about partitioning my harddrive so i could have the choice to start up my current OS or linux? Any links or help appreciated. Cheers


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  • #2
    AlmightyCushion
    Moderators, Education Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 35,125 Mod ✭✭✭✭AlmightyCushion


    You'll probably get a better responce here. Moved from Comp & Tech.


  • #3
    rmacm
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,039 ✭✭✭rmacm


    You could download the Ubuntu ISO image and burn it to CD. You have the option of trying it out as a live cd i.e. it won't alter your current setup and everything just runs off the CD. A lot of modern distros offer this feature.


  • #4
    An Fear Aniar
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,377 ✭✭✭An Fear Aniar


    Yes, your best intro is Ubuntu.

    If you have any problems making a Live CD let us know, but it should be fairly straightforward.


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