Each of the laptops has 2 GB and is currently running Windows XP (well, limping along).
Any suggestions for using ubuntu?
(I'm a novice!)
Thanks!
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1Here you'll find a way: lightweight window manager/desktop environment similar to Unity – A.B. Sep 24 '15 at 19:00
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possible duplicate of How do I find out which version and derivative of Ubuntu is right for my hardware in terms of minimal system requirements? – Eric Carvalho Sep 26 '15 at 00:34
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I'm running Ubuntu 14.04.3 LTS on a Dell Latitude D630 with 2GB (same configuration you have). I am happy with the performance. I also run Ubuntu on both of my desktops, and find the laptop performance almost as good..
I recommend the LTS (Long Term Support) Ubuntu releases, so you won't have upgrade them as often.
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Sounds good. But, I'm having trouble with that download. The file ends in <.ios.part> and nothing recognizes it when I try to burn a dvd.... – Jon Sep 24 '15 at 19:16
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"That download"? Generally download tools use the "
.part" extension for incomplete portions of the download. It looks like the download failed. Try again, and watch for success/failure. You should get a.isofile that your DVD burner will recognize. – waltinator Sep 24 '15 at 19:22 -
Switched over to xubuntu and have successfully installed it on the D600 Latitude. But have lost the wireless driver? Any suggestions as to how to get the wireless working again? – Jon Oct 01 '15 at 16:23
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Yes. Ask a new question. Asking additional questions in comments is bad because: 1) It makes it impossible for Other People to find the Q&A; 2) It leads to a conversation in comments (which are not what comments are for) and deprives me (and other answerers) of the formatting tools available in the Answer field. – waltinator Oct 01 '15 at 17:03