You could always go this route: http://unetbootin.sourceforge.net/
Try a live distribution first to test for driver issues then go for it :)
JD
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 19:21, <joe@actionline.com> wrote:

>
> Some time ago, I bought a Lenovo "net-top" computer because of its
> advertised low-power consumption and relatively cool running claims, but
> for several reasons I have not yet installed a Linux system on it -- one
> reason being that it doesn't have a DVD drive.
>
> So, I don't know whether to purchase an external DVD drive or perhaps look
> for another alternative.
>
> I use my computers exclusively for work and do not play games, so I don't
> have huge memory or "horse-power" requirements.
>
> What would you recommend?
>
> Are laptops (hooked up to external keyboard and monitor) suitable to use
> as a "main" system or are "desktop" boxes still the best choice?
>
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