Re: Why
> based on your email i make the assumption that you may not be fully able
> to install/setup linux on a laptop(one of the more complicated platforms
> to install to due to the hardware in them) i suggest you attempt to seek
> out someone who can help you in person. most linux users are more then
> happy to assist and installation for a new user for no charge.
>
I would also try to search the web for more info of your particular model and
what problems it might have with Linux. Have you tried the laptop manufacturer
home page?
> learning how to use linux is more important then learning how to install
> it.
>
> nate
>
> On Fri, 3 Dec 1999, Brigette Heffner wrote:
>
> briget >Why is it so hard to get anywhere with Linux?
> briget >In plain English...how do I get help with the install? Is there a book (written in HUMAN English) that I can buy? I have read all kinds of "how to's" and I am missing something because I have tried to install THREE versions of Linux and can't get any to work (on my new $2300 paperweight of a laptop).
> briget >
> briget >Just tell me what to do...or should I buy windows 98 and forget it?
> briget >The laptop has no operating system...now.
> briget >
> briget >Thanks for any help
> briget >Brigette
> briget >brigette@mail.com
> briget >
> briget >
>
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