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An Introduction to Linux - Demonstration Video |
This is the CD version . Visit the official website at http://www.tomlinux.ca
The demonstration video below is a walkthrough of what Linux is, how to get it, try it out in Live CD mode, install it as a dual-boot operating system with Windows, and how to use it, including how to set up the most common applications such as email and instant messaging.
The benefit of this demonstration video is that it is a real world recording that takes you through all the steps, so you can later follow along to try out Linux yourself as a Live CD. If you decide you want to install Linux as a dual-boot operating system with Windows, (meaning when your computer starts, you are presented with a menu choice to run Linux or Windows) you are shown how to install Linux.
Linux was installed for free using the steps performed in this video. Linux is all about choice, and the best way to decide if Linux is right for you, is to try it out.
(Tip: if your screen resolution is 1024x768, use F11 to run full screen mode.)
Cost:
If you find this video helpful, please make a donation to help with the cost of running this website and support further projects for the benefit of the Linux community.
Approach:
It is best to watch the Demonstration Video in it's entirety, maybe even a few times, before attempting to install Linux. You should have good backups of all important data, as anytime you perform such a task with your computer, something may go wrong. You need to be prepared to re-install Windows if something unforeseen happens. I assume no responsibility for anything that may happen to your computer while installing or using Linux.
System Requirements:
- Flash-enabled web browser.
- Sound card and speakers.
- Minimum screen resolution of 1024x768.
- Windows or Linux operating system
Support:
I suggest you seek support from the very knowlegeable and helpful Linux community by posting questions in a Linux support forum (see links below) and searching the internet for answers to your questions. That is one of the benefits of using Linux.
Video Duration:
1 hour 43 min 11 secVideo Topics:
| TOPICS | Minutes | Seconds |
| What is Linux | 1 | 04 |
| Why Use Linux | 1 | 42 |
| Different Linux Versions | 1 | 20 |
| Choosing a Version | 1 | 47 |
| Mepis 6 System Requirements | 0 | 56 |
| Getting FTP software | 1 | 29 |
| Downloading Linux by FTP | 2 | 57 |
| Verifying MD5SUM | 2 | 09 |
| Getting Burning Software | 1 | 16 |
| Burning Your Linux CD | 1 | 54 |
| Running Linux LIVE CD | 3 | 22 |
| Repartitioning the Hard Drive | 6 | 55 |
| Installing Mepis Linux | 5 | 33 |
| The Grub Menu | 0 | 21 |
| Running Windows | 0 | 44 |
| Running Linux | 0 | 48 |
| Setting Up Email | 2 | 41 |
| Set Up Instant Messenger | 3 | 21 |
| Using a Flash Drive | 1 | 14 |
| Using OpenOffice | 2 | 22 |
| Playing CDs | 2 | 07 |
| Single vs Double Clicking | 1 | 36 |
| Burner Software | 0 | 41 |
| Files and Folders | 2 | 26 |
| Linux Directory Structure | 2 | 55 |
| Config Files | 4 | 03 |
| Capture Screen Images | 2 | 30 |
| Changing the Desktop Look | 0 | 43 |
| Exploring Software | 1 | 18 |
| Install using Synaptic | 5 | 26 |
| Install a deb Package | 4 | 06 |
| Removing a Package | 1 | 09 |
| Mepislovers Forum | 4 | 12 |
| Mepis WIKI | 4 | 39 |
| Man Pages (or Manual) | 2 | 40 |
| Install App + Menu Editor | 6 | 59 |
| Create Desktop Shortcuts | 1 | 30 |
| Kicker Panel | 8 | 33 |
| Sample Desktop Tweaking | 1 | 31 |
| Shut Down | 0 | 12 |
| TOTALS | 103 | 11 |
Contact me:
Mail to: tomlinux
Links:
official site of Simply Mepis Linux
Simply Mepis Linux support forum
Mepislovers community support forum
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