Summary
Some thought, and perhaps some work, is necessary to prepare for Linux.
Check your hardware to be sure your CPU is powerful enough, that you have enough memory, and that you have enough hard disk space. You also need to check that your hardware, such as video card, monitor, modem, printer, etc. are compatible with Linux.
Obtain the Linux distribution you plan to install. Either purchase or download it.
Decide whether to install Linux alone on your computer or together with another operating system, such as Windows. You can install each operating system on a separate section of the hard drive, called a partition.
Prepare your hard disk for the system you plan to install. If you plan to install Linux alongside Windows, Windows needs to be ...
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