Q: I have Windows. Can I try Linux without editing any of my Windows files? Where can I obtain this CD of Linux Ubuntu? I live in India so I don't think I can get it online. Is it availible in most retail outlets? Torrent?
A: There sure is! This is one of the best parts of Linux over windows. Most of the distribution's will run as LIVE CD's which means you can download then, burn them, and boot and run the operating system. It can run from your DVD/CD drive all on memory no install required. If you want to try it on of the most popular and my favorite verisons is Ubuntu. Just follow these steps. 1) Download http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download 2) Burn to CD 3) Restart 4) Make sure in Bios computer is set to boot from dvd/cd before hard disk 5) An Ubuntu screen will show up pick try Ubuntu The only real downside to a live cd is you can not save programs settings like you normally would to a hard drive. Its all running in memory so once the computer shuts down its lost. Its a great way to try it out but it would be better to install it to get the full effect! GOOD LUCK!