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OK! Here is the deal! I have been hearing alot about Linux and want to use it as my OS on my Dell when I wipe the drive (way overdue!) and I need info!
1) Is Linux a free OS and can I download it and save it on a disc to install on a fresh reformat?
2) What version of Linux should I get since I am a daily user of my PC and I am also a gamer. (there is Suse, and a bunch of others that are confusing me!)
3) After my reformat of my PC (Dell Dimension 2350) do I just pop in the CD that I put Linux on and it goes from there?
4) Will I need Windows for any reason at all? I really only want one OS since I have no idea what partitioning my hard-drive is all about.
5) Windows XP is pretty user friendly when installing hardware (Modem, Printer, Sound card, etc) is Linux the same way?
6) After my reformat and installing Linux (if you help me on steps 1-3) will it recognize my FX5200 video card, Creative Soundblaster soundcard, Conexant 56K modem, etc, or is there going to be issues with all this?
I am pretty educated in Microsoft XP, but I have no clue what Linux is all about! Please reply in a "nooB friendly" manner since this is all new to me!
1) Is Linux a free OS and can I download it and save it on a disc to install on a fresh reformat?
2) What version of Linux should I get since I am a daily user of my PC and I am also a gamer. (there is Suse, and a bunch of others that are confusing me!)
3) After my reformat of my PC (Dell Dimension 2350) do I just pop in the CD that I put Linux on and it goes from there?
4) Will I need Windows for any reason at all? I really only want one OS since I have no idea what partitioning my hard-drive is all about.
5) Windows XP is pretty user friendly when installing hardware (Modem, Printer, Sound card, etc) is Linux the same way?
6) After my reformat and installing Linux (if you help me on steps 1-3) will it recognize my FX5200 video card, Creative Soundblaster soundcard, Conexant 56K modem, etc, or is there going to be issues with all this?
I am pretty educated in Microsoft XP, but I have no clue what Linux is all about! Please reply in a "nooB friendly" manner since this is all new to me!