linux for my Toshiba laptop?

Stephen cryptworks at gmail.com
Sun May 19 08:26:12 MST 2013


Also note most distros have a livecd you can use to try it out without
installing.
On May 19, 2013 6:46 AM, "Dazed_75" <lthielster at gmail.com> wrote:

> Most distros will work on a box that can run Vista.  Some Toshiba laptops
> use  a Toshiba specific method of power control and need to be installed
> with ACPI turned off.
>
> That's about all anyone could say since you have provided no details about
> your machine or what you want to do with it (dual boot vs wipe Windows and
> replace with Linux vs other options).
>
> As far as what distro to choose, that is as much up to your preferences as
> anything.  We could offer our opinions but they would be based on our
> differing opinions rather than your needs and desires.
>
> If you would like to discuss some options, you are welcome to come to
> Stammtische (Tuesday 7pm), Ubuntu Hour (Thursday 7pm), or an Installfest
>  (Saturday 6/1 10-4pm).  And there are other events where you could talk
> with us.
>
> Stammtische @ Iguana Macks 1371 N. Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
>
> Ubuntu Hour @ Extreme Bean SW corner area of McClintock & Southern
>
> Installfest @ UAT (University of Advancing Technology) 2625 W. Baseline
> Road Tempe, AZ 85283 (Between 48th & Fry's)
>
>
> On Sun, May 19, 2013 at 6:43 AM, mike enriquez <mylinux at cox.net> wrote:
>
>>  I am looking for a distro to load on my Toshiba laptop that is running
>> Vista.
>>
>> Does anyone know, how I can tell if this will work or not.
>> Thanks
>>
>> Mike Enriquez
>>
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