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Best easy to use linux for laptop
30-04-2014 2:13 PM
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hi, were I do voluntary work, I have two Vista Laptops I am giving away , but today I tryed a system restore on one and bascily the DVD is damaged and I have no way of getting hold of it, so I Tought I may try Linux but what one is the easy one to install, I herd of Ubuntu, anyway any ideas thanks.
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Re: Best easy to use linux for laptop
30-04-2014 2:18 PM
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I recommend Linux Mint.
I've been using it for several years now and not switched to anything else.
I've been using it for several years now and not switched to anything else.
Re: Best easy to use linux for laptop
30-04-2014 2:18 PM
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I'd recommend giving this one a go (32 bit as I assume older Vista laptops won't 'need' 64 bit and 32 bit should be more compatible with some components):
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=103
You may also want to try this (for installing via USB), might be a bit quicker especially if you've a couple to do:
http://www.pendrivelinux.com/universal-usb-installer-easy-as-1-2-3/
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=103
You may also want to try this (for installing via USB), might be a bit quicker especially if you've a couple to do:
http://www.pendrivelinux.com/universal-usb-installer-easy-as-1-2-3/
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Re: Best easy to use linux for laptop
30-04-2014 2:19 PM
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If you want one that looks like a mobile phone screen, Ubuntu is very good.
If you want one with a Windows-like menu, then a derivative of Ubuntu - "Mint" would suit.
Try to install a LTS (Long Term Release) version.
If you want one with a Windows-like menu, then a derivative of Ubuntu - "Mint" would suit.
Try to install a LTS (Long Term Release) version.
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Re: Best easy to use linux for laptop
30-04-2014 2:20 PM
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I can thoroughly recommend the much improved latest "Trusty Tahr" release v14.04 - http://www.ubuntu.com/desktop
If you don't get on with the Unity desktop, then try the Gnome desktop using the instructions here - http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/04/ubuntu-14-04-classic-gnome-flashback-session
If you don't get on with the Unity desktop, then try the Gnome desktop using the instructions here - http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/04/ubuntu-14-04-classic-gnome-flashback-session
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30-04-2014 2:26 PM
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Thanks for the replys I am just downloading Linux Mint now so I see how it goes.
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13-05-2014 10:44 PM
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Kubuntu is very nice to use. http://www.kubuntu.org/getkubuntu
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