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10 Replies Last post: Nov 22, 2006 3:45 PM by TheNameless

fjevader

51 posts since
Aug 11, 2006

Aug 11, 2006 1:04 PM

Linux for older computers

I am new both to Linux and this Forum. I just wanted to know if anyone has tried Kubuntu distro? Also if anyone knows of a good distro to use on older computers? I mean really old. I just wanted to try to do something with a few old door stops i've got setting around. If anyone else here is new to Linux here is a good site to look into http://thelinuxnewbie.blogspot.com

Have you ever noticed how many people state their opinion only to backtrack or apologize? It really undermines what they have to say. You may or may not have this issue, but it's a good time to pay attention.

TheNameless

787 posts since
Aug 5, 2006

1. Aug 11, 2006 1:09 PM

in response to: fjevader

For older systems, if you're willing to give time to learning how to rely more on the command prompt, Slackware is an excellent choice for older systems.

I haven't used Kubuntu enough to suggest it or not.

Good by nature, but evil by my own free will.

fjevader

51 posts since
Aug 11, 2006

2. Aug 11, 2006 1:55 PM

in response to: fjevader

Linux for older computers

Thank you for your imput on the old Linux. I am a old hand at the command line. I started using computers back when you only had dos so that should not be to much of a problem. I will try the Slackware and see what I can do with it. Thanks again.

snoix23

14 posts since
Aug 6, 2006

3. Aug 11, 2006 3:03 PM

in response to: fjevader

http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/

Thats all I can think of for now.

What about ubuntu?

Not good for that sort of old machine.

Gamabunta

4 posts since
Jul 29, 2006

4. Aug 11, 2006 3:50 PM

in response to: fjevader

VectorLinux is an excellent distribution for older machines. It's based on Slackware but is far easier to use.

fjevader

51 posts since
Aug 11, 2006

5. Aug 11, 2006 5:27 PM

in response to: fjevader

DSL sounds great

Thanks everyone on all of the distros. I'll take a look at them all but I think that the DSL distro will be just what I am looking for. I have also heard that Ubuntu is getting worth trying. Several people I know have dumped Windows and gone with version 6.06. I may try it on my desktop that's about three years old. Was looking for something small to put on three really old ones to use for some seniors I know who want to play around and learn about different types of operatoring systems. Thanks again everyone.

Tyler

1 posts since
Jul 27, 2006

6. Aug 12, 2006 4:30 PM

in response to: fjevader

Try xubuntu. It is on the ubuntu install cd just like kubuntu is. It does not use ase much system resources as ubuntu does because it uses xfce instead of gnome or kde

bassman

25 posts since
Aug 30, 2006

7. Nov 22, 2006 1:59 PM

in response to: fjevader

would ubuntu run on my pc?

pentium2
350mhz cpu (only runs at 233mhz)
192mbram
52xcdrom drve
2 8 gig hard drives

TheNameless

787 posts since
Aug 5, 2006

8. Nov 22, 2006 2:12 PM

in response to: fjevader

bassman wrote:would ubuntu run on my pc?

pentium2

350mhz cpu (only runs at 233mhz)

192mbram

52xcdrom drve

2 8 gig hard drives

Ubuntu- No
Kubuntu- No
Xubuntu- Yes

Xubuntu is very light-weight. You're well within the requirements. But make sure it can run on yours with the LiveCD.

Good by nature, but evil by my own free will.

bassman

25 posts since
Aug 30, 2006

9. Nov 22, 2006 3:36 PM

in response to: fjevader

i will try xubuntu. do u no of a free way 2 run windows apps in xubuntu?

Thnks for the help!!

TheNameless

787 posts since
Aug 5, 2006

10. Nov 22, 2006 3:45 PM

in response to: fjevader

There are a good amount of choices.

Virtualization (Xen, VMWare commercial, not free, etc.): Find the ISO of a Windows OS, and run it in another window, as if you were actually running two OSes at once.
Emulators: Self-explanitory, emulates Windows programs.
WINE (Wine is Not an Emulator) may not work as fluently on Xubuntu as it does on Ubuntu

Or, if you want to go the safe route, just dual-boot Windows/Xubuntu. You can either resize the Windows partition, and make room for Xubuntu. If you have enough space (2-3GB is probably enough), then install Xubuntu in that space. If you have a spare hard drive, you can just install Xubuntu on that hard drive, and configure either NT Loader (the windows bootloader), or use Grub (DO NOT use LiLo, it's a horror to configure).

Hope that answers your question.

Good by nature, but evil by my own free will.

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