Dear Sir/Madam, I am a Linux novice who would like to get started with Debian Linux. I currently have a Zenith Data Systems 486 33MHz SX with 16Mb of RAM, a 125Mb Hard Drive, a 1.44Mb floppy, and a VGA display. I have successfully installed the base system, unfortunately I would like to run X-window for Linux. I doubt that it would work on only a 125Mb hard drive, and I don't even have a CD-ROM. It would be nice if someone could steer me towards an inexpensive option for the minimum hardware required to run X. I have no real experience with UNIX or Linux and would like to use this system for a learning platform. I have attempted to install a IDE compatable CD-ROM on a Plug-and-Play compatable sound card but have not been able to get this set-up to detected or used by Linux. Could you offer any suggestions?
Might it be a better idea to aquire a new/er computer on which to install Linux. Could you please tell me the hardware which would keep me within a ~$500 budget ( I am a high school student with limited funds). Even a 386 type computer would be okay, if it works with Linux, but where could I find parts? I have a 14" VGA monitor which I'm planning to use with this system. My main problem is picking devices which are comptable with Linux, what would you recommend? Please offer any help you can. Mark Panzer -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
