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Part I

Getting Started with the Raspberry Pi

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Get to know the Raspberry Pi, and what other equipment you will need to be able to use it.
Download the Linux operating system and flash it to an SD card.
Connect your Raspberry Pi to the power, USB hub, keyboard, mouse, and screen.
Use Raspi-config to change the settings on your Raspberry Pi.

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