[try this again to the list and not just Adam]
To the question of "is there a store from which I may buy any computer
stuff?" Linux is not the question...
Once upon a time, I was in a situation where I needed linux install
disks and did NOT have adequate internet access. I was able to go to
CompUSA (remember them??) and buy a box set of SUSE install disks.
Probably the last time I've seen such a thing.
Truth is those that would sell any computer stuff in a retail situation
might as well be fish mongers because the products (hardware, software
and unfrozen fish) have the same shelf lives.
Recently, my son and I got new desktop systems that I ordered from an
e-commerce site from which I have purchased before. I went to their web
configurator and picked out the components I wanted in the systems and
placed the order. Very shortly I get an email listing the pieces parts
that were no longer available and would I accept substitutions. Bait
and switch? Not really; the final tab ended up $150 cheaper. Did the
vendor keep their web site up to date. Probably not. Can you imagine a
retail store with their lead times and warehousing protocols?
So "is there a store in the Middle Tennessee area that carries items
which are compatible with Linux OS?" Any of the hardware components you
might purchase at [ Best Buy | Walmart | small independent shops ]
should be fine. Stores aren't going to stock and sell software - even
Windows software - because of the internet.
Do you need assistance in selecting the "correct" linux out of the
gazillion different distributions and desktop managers? Aha! That is
what NLUG and this email list is for and about :D
Howard
On 2/25/20 9:45 PM, Adam Hudson wrote:
Hey man. I don't know what you're needing exactly, but if you just want
a machine to run Linux, I have a spare laptop I'd be happy to just
donate if you want to come to the next nlug meeting.
The beauty of Linux for me is just how efficient it is. It runs on
practically anything. And if you want any kind of introduction on how to
run an install or create bootable media, feel free to come down and I'll
be happy to show you what knowledge I've gained from the crew. And I'm
sure I'm not alone in that sentiment.
Take em to the bridge,
Adam H
On Tue, Feb 25, 2020, 8:57 PM Michael L <[email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:
Hello Daniel Bender,
I hope you're getting to use Linux. Here is a low cost credit card
sized computer that runs on Linux:
--->>
https://www.raspberrypi.org/blog/raspberry-pi-4-on-sale-now-from-35/
I've found very useful info from magazines and bookazines at
Booksamillion, some of which can be found at these links,
https://shop.linuxnewmedia.com/us/
https://bdmpublications.com/category/linux/
Enjoy
On Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 11:58 PM Michael L
<[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:
(2 (of many) options)
(Also- I'm still a beginner myself)
Here is a possible start,
Download KNOPPIX 8.2.0
https://linux.softpedia.com/get/System/Operating-Systems/Linux-Distributions/KNOPPIX-Live-DVD-2621.shtml
Here's a guide on making it bootable from USB-
The Lazy Guide to Installing Knoppix on a USB Key | Symantec
Connect Community
https://www.symantec.com/connect/blogs/lazy-guide-installing-knoppix-usb-key
If you run across a laptop (or PC) that you can boot up from
this "live"/bootable USB then you've just run across a system
compatible with Linux (maybe try it on your own computer)
Here is another option (Lubuntu)
Put Lubuntu on a Flash Drive using Windows | USB Pen Drive Linux
https://www.pendrivelinux.com/put-lubuntu-on-a-flash-drive-using-windows/
On Jan 22, 2019 11:45, "Daniel Bender" <[email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:
Hey, guys, is there any store in the middle Tennessee area
that carries items which are compatible with the Linux OS?
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