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"Shrubhumper" <shrubhumper@hotmail.com> writes:

>I have JUST started to look into Linux. I have down loaded several
>different txts & docs.
>I am planning on installing on a x486 IBM w/ 16meg and a 3.2G scsi. I have
>no idea which 'flavor' to choose from, or really any 'good' or 'widely
>prefered' software/programs/etc....Can anyone point me in the correct
>direction.I understand the value of learning the basics, but I don't want
>to do it with 'dated' software.
>ThAnK u------------------------
>                                     Shrubhumper 

Well, when you took the softwares out of the shop, they are 'dated' :)

And especially with rapidly changing OS like Linux, the moment you install
your new kernel, someone, somewhere had patch another one. 

I suggest you either get a CD of RedHat, or Slackware. They are basically
the same but with different installation. I heard RedHat is easier to
install and upgrade. Look for the latest kernel version. Version 2.x something
- it's been a long time since I install new kernel.

The distribution CD also contain plenty of public domain/free/demo softwares.
It will give you a good start on Linux. From there, if you want to update
get the software from a ftp site or wait until the next distribution CD.
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