It is just like when you were in School. Baby steps learning the basics but it is still usable while you are learning the basics. Yes you can surf the internet, but you might need help installing some codecs, java, etc. you can also write a letter, balance a checkbook, download pictures, modify pictures and play games. All without learning how to use Linux sort of, You do have to try to figure out what programs do the above, You will need help getting codecs, java and other programs, so you can watch movies, listen to music. If you are using a Debian based Distro you can download and run a shell program called exoodles. This shell program will help you install java, codecs and browsers. You just have to figure out how to do shell programming. If you can find the site to install the exoodles it will give you step by step instructions to install and run the shell. If you use a Distro other than Debian - Sorry I have no experience there. You have to remember I am newish to Linux. I have learned all this over 6 months that I have had Linux installed. I have played with live distros on cd/dvd's and found out a lot of what I needed to move to get Linux up and running.
Good luck on your Linux quest.
Monday, July 12, 2010
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