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Subject: Re: [newbie] new to Mandrake 7.0
Date sent: Sun, 5 Mar 2000 00:34:32 -0900
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> On Sat, 04 Mar 2000, you wrote:
> > Hello.
> > I was able to divide up my hard drive and install Mandrake 7.0 and have it
> > share some space with Windows '95...but I have
> > some questions.
> >
> > 1. I am new to Linux, and have used Windows for about two years...what is
> > the best way to go about and learn Linux? I bought the O'Reily book 'Running
> > Linux,' and it has helped, but
> > it is very advanced in some parts, and I was looking for something online to
> > help me.
> >
> > 2. Also trying to get my Epson 600 printer and Iomega 250 zip drive to
> > work...went to their sites and didn't see like a Linux driver for them...I
> > though that is probably what they would need...am I right here?
> >
> > thanks,
> >
> >
> > 'Smash Yr. Head On The Punk Rock'
> >
> > -Chris
> >
> >
> > Rasputin
> > http://www.angelfire.com/ne/rasputin1/Rasputin.html
>
> Try the multi-headed monster approach:
> 1 Surf the net for every Linux reference you can find, check it out.
> 2 Look up the closest LUG (linux user group) in your area, contact 'em.
> 3 Check with your local computer stores and local ISP's for linux contacts
> 4 Visit good bookstores like Barnes & Nobles, Borders, or whoever is in
> your area.
> 5 Suck up to some willing linux geek in your area, make him/her feel
> wonderful, and call them when all else fails... If someone suggested
> you try linux, I nominate them: they'll be susceptible to suggestions of guilt
> for getting you into the mess (no disparagement meant to linux, I love it).
> 6 Get onto other Newbie lists, too.
> 7 Find a windows guru, convert them to linux, and use some of their
> expertise to guide you along...
>
> Enjoy!
> Ken
>
Hi, may be I can help you. I have a good linux book (300 KB of size,
and about 100 pages from basic to medium level) on .pdf format. If
you or someone want I can send it to yours personal address. Shout
me in that case!!
Good Luck!!
Emilio Correa
e-mail:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
www.tuayuda.com.ar
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