03-17-2011, 06:23 PM
(03-17-2011, 01:14 PM)Alex Last Wrote: Ubuntu is a good starting OS, should be a simple enough task for a newbie to handle. It also is probably one of the best supported systems so should you encounter problems there will be lots of help articles available.
Ubuntu is the most common for most people. It's compatibility is fairly high for a supported linux system too, but I would recommend Mint for beginners to start out on first. Even if they have to use a virtual machine to run it or run it via, USB drive, or Data CD on boot. The options won't be saved, but at least you'll get to know what you're up against before you start dual booting with that system.