I am almost completely clueless when it comes to computers and totally dumbfounded by linux OS requirements. Giving up Windows XP (support ended), I'm trying to install a linux based OS. Two days have gotten me no further to understanding and finding the OS that works for me! I'll outline my pathetic computer specs (it's a dinosaur) and what I would like to be able to do. Then I would be extremely grateful for suggestions! Remember, I'm a newbie and don't understand all the lingo so please dumb it down for me. I'd prefer any installation involving DVD-R. I bought ten so I could use one to load UBUNTU (not enough space).
My computer:
COMPAQ-Presario-SR1500NX
3000+ AMD Sempron Processor
256MB-PC2700 memory
80GB-7200RPM hard drive
What I would like to do:
Surf the web (Firefox)
Use GIMP
Use INKSCAPE
Use AUDACITY
(basically, use open source freeware stuff)
Download music/movies
(basically, everything I could do on WINDOWS XP)