install programs

hai! i have just installed a debian operating system. i have many programs in cd for linux. but i cant install them. in XP by wizard it is easy installing. but double clicking files just open it. -- ***jeringeok***

Access internet

I have a dsl modem and used to connect internet via ethernet in windows. but i couldnt configure it for debian. please give me the detailed steps to access internet. i am using a intel system. i think ethernet is configured. but i dont know how to connect to net using it. currently i am using i...@