Recent content by DTopper

Thanks for the reply! Especially regarding Windows. This computer will be dedicated to learning Linux. Windows can be eliminated, if needed. Lots to learn.

Thanks for the information. I’m buying my first refurbished laptop. I never considered information could remain on the machine. I have very limited computer skills. I am just starting with learning Linux. I read the posts to learn from others.

Purchased a refurbished Dell Latitude E7270. Intel i5-6300U. 8GB RAM. 256 GB SSD. It has Windows 10 Pro (if that means anything.) Found it on Amazon for $139. I found a web page with instructions for installing Ubuntu on this machine. So, I assume if Ubuntu works, other versions of Linux should...

Poor choice of words on my part! At my level of knowledge, changes could have posed challenges to an inexperienced user. I’m looking to avoid challenges at the start. I have much to learn. That is why I like to rely on the advice of experienced people. I will read the provided reference. And...

Thanks for the information. I did a little research on Ubuntu “going away”, Does not seem like it will happen. Also, found Ubuntu is preferred for working with the Internet of things, which is interesting to me. So much to learn - lots of fun! Again, I appreciate the help.

I didn’t know there are different versions of Mint. After more research, LMDE5 looks good for my starter version to learn. I like to follow the people with experience! Community support is very desirable. Thanks for the advice.

Thanks for the advice! I did some internet searches for reviews of different Linux distributions. I did not realize the number of Linux distributions that are available. Mint was recommended for beginners. I will start with Mint.

First my PC skills are limited to using Microsoft productivity software. I have never downloaded or installed an application. I’m looking for a low cost, starter laptop to learn Linux. It needs to work “right from the box”. I plan to take online classes to learn Linux. Then, I will take...