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Hey everyone,
A while back I started a thread asking what kind of laptop a 1st year cs student should get. I ended up purchasing a dell inspiron 1501 for $800. It came preinstalled with vista, however I know it is imperative that I learn to use Linux. After looking at the different distributions, I think I'm going to order Ubuntu. Now I've heard that all one needs to do is put the linux disk in, and it will take care of everything from there. Does this mean I don't have to format my hard drive or have a dual boot? What would you guys recommend I do to safely install linux on my windows machine (ive heard that dual boots done by noobs like myself can permanently damage a computer). Is it possible to just go to a local best buy or circuit city and have them do it for me?
Thanks
A while back I started a thread asking what kind of laptop a 1st year cs student should get. I ended up purchasing a dell inspiron 1501 for $800. It came preinstalled with vista, however I know it is imperative that I learn to use Linux. After looking at the different distributions, I think I'm going to order Ubuntu. Now I've heard that all one needs to do is put the linux disk in, and it will take care of everything from there. Does this mean I don't have to format my hard drive or have a dual boot? What would you guys recommend I do to safely install linux on my windows machine (ive heard that dual boots done by noobs like myself can permanently damage a computer). Is it possible to just go to a local best buy or circuit city and have them do it for me?
Thanks