Tech Question/Linux

[dhillis]

I am getting lots of request from people to work on some old computers. I dont work on XP anymore unless it is data recovery. I do have a few people that are refusing to upgrade though, so I would like to give them other options.

The only version of Linux i have used and am familiar with is Ubuntu. My question is, has anyone used a distro of Linux built for older machines? Basically just need to be able to browse internet and check e-mail.

Also, what about the chrome OS?

[TX_bowhunter37]

I only used ubuntu dont care for it to much. Never used chrome os if you have a extra comp install hyper v. And. Create a virtual machine with what ever os u want to give a whirl. This way u can inform your customer on different os. It depends on the user if they feel comfortable with using linux

[dhillis]

I havent used hyper v. Not sure if I have ever used any virtual machine now that I think about it.

[TX_bowhunter37]

Its a great way to test Stuff because if you break it you can just reinstall it here is what Virtual PC its smaller than Hyper V

http://www.howtogeek.com/56158/beginner-how-to-create-a-virtual-machine-in-windows-7-using-virtual-pc/