Which Linux distro for my thinkpad?

[imported_Zeke]

Anyone have experiance with diffrent linux distros for their tihnkpads? I decided to finally get around to dropping linux on my t43. I mostly use it for word processing and web browsing.

 

[pkme2]

If you're a noob, Ubuntu is the best to get started if you're not a rocket scientist. All the programs you will ever need comes for free.

 

[imported_Zeke]

I'm not foreign to linux, I've worked with older versions of SuSE and Red Hat. I will look into Ubuntu. I've been out of the loop for awhile.

 

[SokaMoka]

I have an R50e and I use Fedroa Core 4 on it and all is A+ good.
Since you have experience already with RedHat I would suggest you use Fedore Core .

However Ubuntu is more recommended for newbies to get started with minimal effort, since you are not a newbie so I would suggest you start with Fedora Core but it's a matter of personal prefrence really.

No matter what you choose to install on your Thinkpad, this page has all you need to know about Linux + Thinkpads.

It has guides for installing different distros including Fedora Core / Ubuntu / Debian and more on your T43.

And the other sections contain all the info you need for troubleshooting common issues. Cheers :beer:

 

[imported_Zeke]

Thanks alot, that is exactly the sort of thing I was looking for.

 

[pkme2]

I use FC4 and I agree with SokaMoka. Your Thinkpad can handle FC4 and you will enjoy it too.

 

[macwinlin]

You can also look at Linux for Laptops webpage (IBM laptop section). I see people have installed (or at least tried) Debian, Fedora Core 4, SUSE and Gentoo

 

[sigs3gv]

Slackware 10.2 works well. However, I strongly recommend compiling or using the 2.6 series kernel after installation because the 2.6 branch has much better support for devices (wireless, APS).

 

[Vinny77]

Linux is for Noobs. use BSD. stay true to UNIX

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: pkme2
If you're a noob, Ubuntu is the best to get started if you're not a rocket scientist. All the programs you will ever need comes for free.

:thumbsup: