Re: Configuring Debian

[Chris Lale <chrislale@untrammelled.co.uk>]

Keith Thompson wrote:
> Hello;
>  
> I just downloaded and try the OS today.  I got it installed 
> correctly.  I used the netinst.iso file.  I get to the configuration 
> screens until I get an apt source and CD-ROM, HTTP, FTP, and File 
> System and manual.  When I choose HTTP or FTP, I get no connection.  
> How do I fix this.

Are you installing Etch? If so, you might find that this HOWTO helps: 
http://newbiedoc.berlios.de/wiki/How_to_install_Debian_GNU/Linux_on_your_computer

If you want to try out Debian using a live CD instead, have a look at 
Debian Live: 
http://newbiedoc.berlios.de/wiki/How_to_try_out_Debian_GNU/Linux_without_installing_it


--
Chris.