Suse linux 10.1 and internet.?

How do i get to use ioternet on my newly installed Suse Linux 10.1 ?
My modem is a DSL modem and i have the required drivers on a CD.

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Is there anyway in which i can see the windows drive(correct me if i am wrong) in linux and contents in linux drive when in windows.?

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Which is the best website for a new linux user like me to visit?

Which Linux distribution would you suggest me?

I am thinking of dual-booting windows 7 32-bit and a linux distribution on my laptop.I need a distribution which will be as small as possible(I don’t care what applications it will have) and fast.Also,bear in mind that I am not an experienced linux user.

i am a new linux user and didnot no how to connect with internet i am having a dial-up modem so there is lots of problem plz help me