[COLUG] looking for some basic introductory information on linux

[Larry W. Virden]

I have a son trying to build his first linux system. He has an old
gateway desktop computer with 128 meg of memory in it. When he tries
to install ubuntu, it doesn't make it through. He suspects there
isn't enough memory in the machine for it to be able to install.

So where can I find a version of Linux that would install on such a
small machine? He would add memory, but it can only hold another 128
meg, and the local stores have been saying they don't carry such
small memory any longer.

Also, once he gets linux onto the desktop, what are some
recommendations for low cost internet, so he can get online and get
updated applications, send email, etc.?

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