[GRLUG] New member looking for install.

[Jeff Nyman]

I got cable so updates are no problem, I did some looking around and ubuntu
sounds like a good choice. I'll let you know if I do need one mailed, seems
like I can use my brothers computer tomorrow, though it'll be a bit of a
drive.

On 10/10/07, Michael Mol <mikemol at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Sounds like the precursor to a "Which is best" flamewar. :-)
>
> As a beginner, I'd suggest you try Ubuntu.  It has the advantage of a
> good combination of usability and community support. As in, if you
> want to know how to do something in Ubuntu, chances are that a forum
> somewhere has already answered your question.
>
> As for getting a copy I could physically mail you one; meeting people
> face-to-face is somewhat difficult for me.
>
> A question: What kind/speed is your Internet connection? A new version
> of Ubuntu comes out next week, and your system would update over your
> Internet connection, if possible.  If you've got at least DSL, you
> shouldn't have any problem with the update.
>
> On 10/10/07, Jeff Nyman <nymanium at gmail.com> wrote:
> > Hi just found this website, so just a quick hello to all before getting
> to a
> > request. My windows based pc got a corrupted install and my discs are
> long
> > gone and I know no one with a disk I can use to repair, so I've decided
> to
> > switch to a linux os since I've been considering it a while. But I was
> > wondering which one is the best for a starter, and if possible if I
> could
> > get a copy of it from someone since I'm without convenient access to a
> cd
> > burner. Thanks.
> >
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