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LINUX Distribution for the newbie - _mgd - 12-08-2016
greetings,
I am a complete novice in computing_and for the longest time I detested the linux way of doing things by typing (no offence meant). Now I do want to learn both linux & the arm processors. I would like to start on an accessible distribution that will allow me to do my c programming & compilation, if I ever get even that far.
There is no reason to spend any time to answer this rudimentary question--I did try to find answers to no avail, if anybody could drop a hint I would be greateful.
Regards,
_mgd
RE: LINUX Distribution for the newbie - Luke - 12-08-2016
Hi
I think that you may want to start with the base image of ubuntu. I would suggest you don't give in to the urge to install a desktop environment at first and just have fun becoming familiar with the CLI (command line). There are many good introductory series on youtube. That said, you can install a desktop environment called Mate running this command:
Code:
sudo /usr/local/sbin/install_mate_desktop.shIt may take a long time to install (dependently on your internet connection speed).
This is just one of the choices you are given - you can find most of the available OS' images here.
Hope this helps.
RE: LINUX Distribution for the newbie - _mgd - 12-08-2016
(12-08-2016, 10:33 AM)Luke Wrote: Thanks Luke. I'll give it a try. Any idea how I could mark this thread as inactive to save peoples' time? (I searched around--no luck).
Regards,
m.
Hi
I think that you may want to start with the base image of ubuntu. I would suggest you don't give in to the urge to install a desktop environment at first and just have fun becoming familiar with the CLI (command line). There are many good introductory series on youtube. That said, you can install a desktop environment called Mate running this command:
Code:sudo /usr/local/sbin/install_mate_desktop.sh
It may take a long time to install (dependently on your internet connection speed).
This is just one of the choices you are given - you can find most of the available OS' images here.
Hope this helps.
RE: LINUX Distribution for the newbie - Luke - 12-08-2016
I could delete it or lock it, but I really see no point in doing so unless you insists. Perhaps you'll have further questions or someone else other opinions to offer .... you never know. I suggest we leave it as is.
Have fun exploring Linux. If you have more immediate questions you are always welcome to drop by and chat with me/ us live (see my sig).
RE: LINUX Distribution for the newbie - _mgd - 12-09-2016
A hearty thanks, Luke. You eased my mind on both scores.
Mike
RE: LINUX Distribution for the newbie - speedro86 - 12-10-2016
I too am a newb and ive tried nearly every image, and by far have had the best luck with opensuse, I made a mini howto in the newbie area.