How do I start Debian?

1999-12-04 Thread simon_robertson
Hi,   After I installed a Debian package, I rebooted.  Now every time I reboot it ask to login, but when I do it goes to a command line (DEBIAN#).  What do I type in here to get the X server working, or whatever to see the Desktop page of Debian   Thankyou   Simon

Installation Procedure

1999-12-04 Thread simon_robertson
Hi, I am a newie to DEBIAN.  I have just installed a 'Dial Up' package but don't know the Boot via Floppy procedure. Could someone please fill me in on the details, thankyou:     1/ place floppy in drive;     2/ start computer;     3/ login to root;     4/ password;     5/ DEBIAN#   (UNSURE