Jump from Windows into Linux world right away could be a big challenge. To make this smooth as possible is better to have somewhere Linux environment to play. For this task Virtual PC is a handy tool. Virtual PC 2004 SP1 is a free virtualization suite available for download from Microsoft. It runs on Windows 2000 and XP. Virtual PC 2007 is available for Windows Vista.
First step is to install Virtual PC.
Next step is to grab Linux distribution. Lets go to Novell Downloads and select SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10. It is available as DVD or set of 5 CDs.
"SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop is the most interoperable Linux desktop available today. It works seamlessly with Novell GroupWise® and Microsoft Exchange collaboration servers, and it will connect to Lotus Notes and IBM* Notes plug-in for Workplace client technology. It is also fully compatible with Microsoft Active Directory* and other networking and directory standards."
Now is possible to create a virtual machine. Following wizard select “Other” as Operating System, adjust RAM to 256 MB, and create a new virtual hard drive.
Then start this virtual machine. Under CD menu select Capture ISO image and browse for SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop ISO image.
Complete installation procedure and start using Linux SUSE Desktop. As additional optional step I do recommend to change Display settings and use for monitor 1280x1024 and for resolution 1152x864.
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