1st, tried to do "Installing Debian GNU/Linux via the Internet"(debian-504-i386-netinst.iso) but could not connect to wireless. At the time I did not have physical access to the router, but that can be done now if necessary.
2nd, tried the big DVD image (debian-504-i386-DVD-1.iso). Tried to run GUI, no go. Tried to install Gnome & got E: coundn't find package Gnome.
That's where I'm at so far. TIA.