OT: New linux community, we need resources

OK, let's start with the basics: Do you know what Usenet is? Do you know what a News Group is? How about a news server?

Google unfortunately decided not to use the standards of quoting on Usenet. A quick fix can be read on the following page:

If you want to get better help and learn more, please read on.

I sympathize with your problems, and am more than willing to help you solve them. To do so you should follow the correct quoting principles as explained in the FAQ of this group available at;

While you are at it, read the whole document and the links provided in it as well.

Due to the bad quoting habits and the amount of drivel coming from postings done via Google Groups, several people have resorted in kill filing (not reading or responding to) postings done with Google. This means fewer people will be able, or willing, to help you.

To get the best possible result from your postings, it is better to use a newsreader or Usenet client. Linux has many dedicated news readers, as well as browsers with built in news readers.

It's not your fault you got sucked in. It will be your fault, if you don't act to remedy the situation.

News, and you'll see which news readers you have installed. If you run something else, look for a good newsreader. Don't use an email program.

Find a Usenet server that you can post to. Your ISP probably has one. There are also free ones out there, that Google will help you locate. Type in "Usenet free servers". better yet, use this:

The one your provider has is most likely the better, faster and easier choice. Set up the news reader of your choice, download the groups list, type linux in the search box, then subscribe to alt.os.linux. and

When I see correct quoting from you, instead of what Google is forcing you to do, I'll be right there to greet you, and help get you going. Until then:

I am out of here.

-- imotgm "Lost? Lost? I've never been lost... Been a tad confused for a month or two, but never lost."