What linux distro do you think I should use?
Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at
20:10
I want one that is really good for multimedia, and already has Windoes Media codecs, and plays flash and java out of the box. And it needs to be able to use .rpm packages because I am terrible at installing .deb and .tat.gz packages. I have debian right now and I hate it. Thanks.
Tagged with: codecs • deb • rpm • windoes media
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I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 6 Main Edition which is Ubuntu based. Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled.
You would be best off RUNNING IT LIVE so you can get the feel of things.
Linux Mint 6 Release notes
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_felicia.php
Linux Mint 6 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=31
Once you have got the feel of things you may wish to consider an installation
The Perfect Desktop – Linux Mint 6 (Felicia)
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-6-felicia
You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 6 then you need to create a Bootable CD from the ISO. This can easily be done using Nero Burning ROM or similar software. Linux Mint can also be run straight from the LiveCD you have created without touching your Hard Drive.
Remember you can RUN IT LIVE !
LUg.
Mandriva worked well for my windows media options I would try it if I were you.
http://www2.mandriva.com/linux/one/