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Author: Stephen
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Subject: Re: linux for my Toshiba laptop?
Live CD's use very generic settings to be more compatible. But if it works
you generally can get it to work after install.
On May 19, 2013 12:33 PM, "Michael Havens" <> wrote:

> I don't know about the live cd thing. I once had a live cd not work after
> the install.
> :-)~MIKE~(-:
>
>
> On Sun, May 19, 2013 at 8:26 AM, Stephen <> wrote:
>
>> 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" <> 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 <> 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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