Linux is proving out to be the wonderful operating system in the present times. The people who used to think that the OS is only made for geeks are revising their opinions as the operating system is no more a tedious thing for people around the world. Here we are listing three easy and simple steps which can help you to get started with Linux.
1. Choose a Linux Distribution
Linux distros or Linux distributions are unique packages of the Linux Kernel. As you must be aware of the Kernel forms the nucleus of the OS. The Linux distro works as if you are adding flavor to an ice cream with the key ingredients remaining the same as usual.
The Linux distribution differs from one another and has got several pre-installed programs that aim differently for different users. Say for instance the Linux Ubuntu is the type of distro that is most suited for all the general users. Ubuntu distro is suggested to be the easiest Linux distro that come with inbuilt user friendly features for your desktop interface.
Ubuntu Linux is the most recommended distro for all the beginners who haven’t worked on the Linux operating system before. Some other popular distributions are penSUSE, Fedora, Debian, Gentoo, and Red Hat. You may get these distros once you get accustomed with the Linux user interface.
2. Download the installer and burn it in a CD
The unique and the spectacular feature of Ubuntu Linux is that the installers usually fit into blank CD, so all that you got to do is just burn the content into a CD. This shall prevent spending on the purchase of a DVD and wasting the left over space therein. There are various installers available on internet and can be easily downloaded.
3. Install and Explore
The third and the most essential step that remains is you got to make a try all by yourself. As the English saying goes, practice makes a man perfect. So perhaps you may not have several good experiences in the beginning but we are quite sure that if you keep trying your hands at the operating system you shall soon develop skills and techniques that can make you the master of the OS.
It is advisable that before completely changing your OS. You may take the preview of Linux Ubuntu and then you can whether Ubuntu is actually good for you or not.
If you are a Windows user and if you are contemplating migrating to Linux, you can read our guide on migrating from Windows to Linux.
