Which PuppyLinux to replace Windows 10 with?

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WB7ODYFred
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Which PuppyLinux to replace Windows 10 with?

#1 Post by WB7ODYFred »

Email from Linux for Everyone website

"Hi
I am not really computer savvy, but one thing I do know is that I do not like Windows 10, I know nothing about Linux neither do the local computer shops know or are not interested, so my question is which is the best Linux for my Lenovo notebook A475 with full HD display? I want rid of windows totally and have Linux, advice please
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Paul

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#2 Post by jafadmin »

I have several Notebooks/Laptops like that.

My approach is to install the latest Linux Mint version, then create directories in '/' for Puppy frugal installs. I just add the puppies to Mint's grub menu.

Best of both worlds. I can choose at boot to run Mint or Puppy.

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#3 Post by mikeslr »

How's it going, Fred.

This seems to be the Lenovo notebook A475's specs, https://www.91mobiles.com/lenovo-a475-2 ... dia-126867 which suggest that --as it doesn't note what wifi-adapter is built in-- with the possible exception of wifi the computer should be able to run any current LInux. I think it employs a Realtek wifi adapter, https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/ds500936, so that, as well, shouldn't be a problem.

As a windows-10 computer, undoubtedly it employs the UEFI boot mechanism. As always, alternate operating systems should be tested from a USB-Key so as not to turn an operable computer into a paper-weight. I'm sure you're aware of Lick for testing Puppies, and rufus for other Linuxes.

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