looking for a very easy to use linux distro

[h2009]

Hi there,

Im completely new to linux, and im looking to install it on a laptop which basically has problems running windows xp due to its spec. Im looking for an easy to use system, which can run things like MSN, or something like it (which allows webcam usage)

The laptop itself is a Hi-Grade 8615 GTK.

but im using a wireless mini express card to access the net. http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000XPF7RS

Is there any that will suit me?

thanks

 

[h2009]

hi guys,
thank you for your replys. I've decided to give ubuntu a go to see how i get along.

The spec of the machine is:
2.0 Ghz Celeron with 512 MB RAM

The wireless card
model is belkin f5d8073 and the chipset rt2860 (found in google) but i also come across this thread: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=713716 which may show i wont be able to get it to work.

The card is a N type, but to be honest it doesnt matter to me which grade it uses.

 

[h2009]

Just in the process of trying ubuntu, and i've loaded into a GUI with two icons install and examples - but it doesn't seem to be doing anything, i can here the DVD spinning, but not much else is happening.

do i just leave it to get on?

P.s. it seems to be very slow

 

[h2009]

Could you tell me please how do i know if its installing itself? It seems like the computer has stopped responding but i can hear the DVD spinning still. The mouse, keyboard do not respond.

Also you mentioned Live cd, does it not install itself to the HDD then?

thank you

 

[h2009]

Hi there,
I got it all working (thank you) - but i've got a problem with the resolution, i cant seem to change it from 800x600 - and i cant find any specs for the laptop so im stuck. any idea what i can do?