Installing Linux: Before Installation

Point to Know Before Installation

So friends, have you decided to install Linux on your system? If yes then here is a brief idea what the things you have to know before Installation.

Platform: 

Which Platform or flavor (Distribution) you want to install. As I have already discussed there are many flavours of Linux are available in market. So first choose you Flavour. If you are a beginner and you don't know which is best for you then you can try Ubuntu. It is very user-friendly and good for beginners. For servers CentOS is best and if you can invest then you can choose Red Hat. For more detail Click Here.

Version: 

After choosing the Platform or Flavor you have to decide which version you want to install. There are many versions are available like Desktop version or for Server. If your system support 64 bit then you can choose 64 bit installation.

Desktop Environment: 

There are lots of desktop environment available for Linux. Linux users have a choice of many different desktop environments, all with their own styles and strengths. You can install one of these desktop environments after installing your Linux distribution and switch between desktop environments from the login screen. You can also choose to install a Linux distribution that comes with the desktop environment. Some popular Desktop Environment are Unity, GNOME, KDE, XFCE, LXDE, Cinnamon, MATE and many more. For more click here

Medium of Installation: 

Choose the right medium of Installation. You can install via CD, DVD, Bootable USB drive, or through networking.

Type of Installation: 

Are you installing it as personal use or for servers? And do you want to install it as a single Operating system (Linux is only Operating system in that computer) or along with Windows or other Operating System. So Choose type of Installation Dual Boot, Live CD, Fresh Install or Virtual Install. for more detail click here

Hardware Support: 

Finally check the compatibility of your hardware. you can check with the respective Linux Distributors website for hardware compatibility.



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