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    Best Linux

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by compsavy, Jul 20, 2006.

  1. compsavy

    compsavy Notebook Deity

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    I know that there is alot of linux os out there. Do you guys recommend any of them. I tried Ubuntu but that messed up my computer after I formatted. Thanks in advance.
     
    compsavy, Jul 20, 2006
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    Amol APH! NBR Reviewer

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    Different linux flavors have different compatibility issues (I might be wrong though). I suggest going to www.tuxmobil.org and looking for your laptop or the closest match to your laptop and install that. My Aspire 5672 can only run Ubuntu/Kubuntu properly.
     
    Amol, Jul 20, 2006
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    thanks, that site is very helpful
     
    compsavy, Jul 20, 2006
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