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    BRAND new user looking for some books/guides

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by pcgamer03, May 22, 2008.

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    I have never used linux before, but recently decided to install it on my computer and dual boot it with vista. I got it installed, but once i opened it up i realized i had no clue what i was doing. I got through installing my video card driver and installing firefox 3 rc1 fine, but i had to find directions online for a lot of things that told me to enter commands that i had no idea what they did. Are there any good books or online tutorials that will help me learn what the heck is going on in there? I really need to learn how to install software, drivers, and the basics, and would also like to get into some advanced stuff as well. any recommendations would be most appreciated.
     
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    linuxforums.org is a good site for new linux users, as they have a ton of tutorials.

    A simple google search for "linux beginner" results in a lot of valuable info.
     
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    I found a good guide on dual booting once but it was a little outdated and used 7.04 as an example.

    I might try to find another guide when the 8.04 disc I requested (I'm in no hurry, lol) gets here. My experience with Ubuntu was great and I have nothing but good things to say about it. Someday I'll have to figure out how to use WINE so that I can just get away from Windows completely.

    Anyway, now that I've got my Vostro 1400, I'm planning to replace the old hard drive in my VAIO with something much faster and I'll have Ubuntu alone on it. Be a great way to salvage some old tech.

    edit: Oh yes, the original point to this post before I let myself get off on a tangent was to say "There's tons of great stuff out there if you search around" Even going to Wikipedia, for example, and following their links will lead you to some good material. The only bad thing is that it's not all in one place with a big list of instructions that says "This is what you MUST do"
     
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