Newbie here

kastoo

Always wondered about Linux since like 2002. I am having a hard time down loading it...always get spam or buy this or buy that. I have a Dell Inspiron 1100 I just bought and I'd like to install Linux on it. Can I install Linux on it with no other operating system already on the hard drive? I'm so lost....I shouldn't be...I have been farting around with computers since 1988. I see disks for sale on Ebay but I hate to spend money if I can just download it myself. Does anyone on this forum live in Lagrange GA that can help me out?

arochester

Can I install Linux on it with no other operating system already on the hard drive?

Yes

if I can just download it myself

look at (1) https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto and (2) https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Installation/FromUSBStick

The Dell 1100 has a maximum of 512Mb RAM. You would be better with Xubuntu or Lubuntu.

kastoo

Thx will do

kastoo

It wants 16 bucks to download...thought it was free?

arochester

Where are you thinking of downloading from? Can you post a URL?

I know that Elementary OS, by default, suggests $10, but you can still download for free.

kastoo

I found Linux mint with cinnamon for free...downloading now but How to burn ontocd so it runs when inserted into cd drive to target hd?

arochester

Because of its size Linux Mint is a DVD install.

Can you burn a DVD?

Linux Mint is based on Ubuntu. Look at the Ubuntu How to Burn.

Just remember to change the BIOS/Boot Order so that it boots from the disk before the Hard Drive. Install will go on the Hard Drive. If necessary change the BIOS/Boot Order back.

kastoo

Gees after 3 hours said didn't download....what a pain